University of Tehran

Political Role

Perhaps, to the westerner, the University of Tehran is most notably remembered for its key roles in the political events of recent history. It was in front of the same gates of this school that The Shah's army opened fire on dissident students, further triggering the 1979 revolution of Iran.

Related Topics:
The Shah's - 1979 revolution

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It was here that dissident students confronted the soldiers once again, 20 years later in July of 1999. (see Iran student protests, July 1999) This pro-democrasy demonstration described by Time Magazine reporter as "Tienanmen of Iran".

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UT has always been a bastion of political movement and ideology. It is here that the leaders of the current regime deliver their most potent speeches on every Friday. And it is here, from where future political events will perhaps unfold.

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Since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, the main campus of the university and its surrounding streets have been the site for Tehran's Friday prayers.

Related Topics:
1979 - Islamic Revolution - Friday prayers

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