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The Iranian revolution
The 20th anniversary of the Iranian revolution
The 20th anniversary of the Iranian revolution. After overthrowing the Shah of Iran in 1979, Iran's new clerical leadership was then also later accused of running a despotic regime. In recent years leaders have promised more democracy and openness.
Picture: fallen statue of the Shah of Iran, 1979, credit: Getty Images
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