The momentous migration by the world religious and spiritual leader, Imam Khomeini, from the holy city of Najaf to Paris was a prelude to the collapse of the Imperial and dictatorial regime of Shah in Iran.
Imam spared no efforts to expand his revolutionary message to the world viewers during his stay in the holy city of Najaf. However, then the Iranian imperial regime of Shah was putting constant pressure on neighboring Iraq to restrict Imam's activities.
Imam decided to move out of Najaf and left for Paris in October 1978. Imam resided in a suburb of Paris known as Neauphle-le-Chateau and started sending Islamic and revolutionary messages to the Iranians and invited other nations to comprehend the real situation.
The great Imam also promoted the true and genuine teachings of Islam and corrected the image of the Muslim which was being tarnished by some hostile elements and powers.
The enlightened Imam took full advantage of the strategic location of Paris and justified his messages and objectives to the Western nations and raised awareness among them about crimes being committed by the western-backed regime of Shah.
The great leader of the Muslim world also conducted several interviews with international media outlets and explained each point with respec to the ongoing Islamic movement in Iran and highlighted dark perspectives and the anarchy being practiced by the western-backed dictator.
Ahmad, the son of Imam Khomeini, was the right hand of Imam khomeini and furthered the Islamic Revolution agenda during the time of exile. The socio-political studies of Ahmad, his recognition of political groups existing in Iran at the time and his unique wisdom and intelligence made him play a most crucial role in strengthening the revolution and the leadership of Imam Khomeini.
Sayyid Ahmad accompanied his father in this migration and in this wonderful event. This role has been so vivid and effective that, Imam Khomeini repeatedly said that his only advisor during this historic and momentous move was “Ahmad”.
The great leader also held several meetings with Christian leaders and several other dignitaries belonging to different faiths and convinced them to adopt a reconciliatory approach towards the Islamic Revolution and the Muslim community.
Imam also maintained close contacts with all political and social groups active in Iran and had confidence in them to advance the Islamic purposes and objectives.
Ultimately, Imam's efforts was fruitful and with unprecedented support of the masses the Islamic Revolution emerged victorious. The great leader arrived in Tehran from Paris on February 1, 1979, received a rapturous welcome from millions of Iranians, and announced he would "smash in the mouth of the Shah installed by the Western-backed Bakhtiar regime." He labeled the government illegal and called for the strikes and demonstrations to continue.
Imam established an Islamic and democratic system and held several elections and referendums. The independent political system in Iran supported the Islamic nations and the oppressed around the globe and shifted the balances of powers in interest of the Muslim nations. The founder of the Islamic Republic confronted all eastern and western colonial powers which exploiting the oppressed nations and dominating the Muslim countries.
The Islamic Revolution also promoted the social, human and ethical values across the globe and strengthened the will and determination of the nations, and made them learn to take their destiny and fate into their own hands.
Imam's guidelines, messages, speeches and conduct will continue to guide the oppressed nations and Muslim nations for centuries to come and will facilitate the way to promote divine and humane values.
Imam spared no efforts to expand his revolutionary message to the world audience during his stay in the holy city of Najaf. However, the Iranian imperial regime of Shah was putting constant pressure on the neighboring Iraq to restrict Imam's activities.
Imam decided to move out of Najaf and left for Paris in October 1978. Imam resided in one of a suburbs of Paris known as Neauphle-le-Chateau and started sending the Islamic and revolutionary messages to Iranians and invited other nations to comprehend the real situation.
The great Imam also promoted the true and genuine teachings of Islam and corrected the image of the Muslim which was being tarnished by some hostile elements and powers.