Millions attended nationwide rallies in Iran to mark the 35th victory anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
On Tuesday, the country witnessed nationwide demonstrations in celebration of the victory that put an end to the monarchical rule of the US-backed Pahlavi regime.
The 22nd of the month of Bahman on the solar calendar, coincides with a definitive end to the rule of the monarchical Pahlavi regime and thus an end to the 2,500 years of monarchical rule in the country. The Islamic Revolution, under the wise leadership of Imam Khomeini, established a new political system based on Islamic values and democracy.
Fireworks and colorful illuminations brightened the nights of many Iranian cities on the eve of the demonstrations.
The demonstrations were also joined by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, who delivered a speech on the occasion, as well as Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif.
The event is the culmination of 10 days of celebrations which starts on February 1.