In 1979, a revolution in Iran led to the overthrow of the Pahlavi dynasty and the establishment of an Islamic republic. The revolution was led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, who had been living in exile in France. The revolution was marked by widespread protests and strikes, as well as violence and repression by the government. The revolution had a major impact on the Middle East and on global politics, and its legacy can still be felt today.