Millions in streets across Iran for Islamic Revolution anniversary marches

Millions of people from all walks of life have come to the streets across Iran as nationwide rallies marking the 47th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution begin across the country.

Crowds started gathering on Wednesday morning along designated routes in Tehran and more than a thousand cities and towns, according to official announcements.

Various Iranian cities are the scene of mass rallies celebrating the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution.

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Participants gathered from 9:30 a.m. local time and proceeded toward central gathering points, including Tehran’s Azadi Square.

Crowds chanted slogans in unison condemning decades of crimes by the United States against the Iranian nation, as well as the Israeli regime’s atrocities.

Some families of martyrs also took to the streets carrying photos of the martyrs of the eight-year Iran-Iraq war, the 12-day war, and the recent foreign-backed riots, as well as other martyrs who lost their lives for their country.

Organizers say more than 1,400 locations nationwide are hosting marches. Official figures also report that about 7,200 domestic journalists and nearly 200 foreign media representatives are covering the events to document public participation and related ceremonies.

On Tuesday night, people across the country chanted “Allahu Akbar” at 9:00 p.m. to commemorate the victory of the Revolution. In many cities, especially Tehran, spontaneous crowds carrying Iranian flags gathered in public squares.

In the days leading up to the rallies, government officials and institutions issued statements encouraging strong attendance.

Authorities described participation as a symbol of national unity and resilience amid external pressures. Observers note that the events carry political and cultural messaging aimed at demonstrating solidarity and public presence in national life.

Islamic Revolution anniv. rallies to span 1,400 cities, draw 7,700 media personnel: Official

Rallies marking the 47th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution will be held in more than 1,400 cities nationwide, with some 7,700 domestic and foreign journalists set to cover the events, an official said.

Foreign-backed armed rioters and terrorists hijacked peaceful protests over economic grievances on January 8 and 9, causing widespread destruction of shops, government institutions, and public service facilities, and killing or injuring thousands, including civilians and security forces.

Iranian authorities confirmed that American and Israeli spy agencies were directly involved, providing funding, training, and media support to the perpetrators. According to a statement last month by Iran’s Foundation of Martyrs and Veterans Affairs, a total of 3,117 people lost their lives during the riots, including 2,427 innocent civilians and security personnel.

On Monday, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei called on the Iranian nation to demonstrate its will and steadfastness on the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, saying such unity would frustrate the country’s enemy.

The rallies commemorate the Iranian people’s overthrow of the Pahlavi dictatorship, which had the full backing of the United States, in the winter of 1979.

Imam Khomeini returned from exile on February 1, 1979, receiving an enormous welcome from the public weeks after the shah’s departure in mid-January.

The downfall of the Pahlavi regime was sealed on February 11, 1979, when the military abandoned its allegiance to the shah and aligned itself with the Revolution.

On the sidelines of the march, several burned and damaged vehicles destroyed during the recent foreign-backed riots were put on display. Officials said they had been set on fire and vandalized by rioters.

Following an insult to the Holy Quran during the January terrorist incidents by operatives trained by Mossad, some marchers held copies of the Quran and chanted, “Truth does not burn,” in condemnation.

Several cruise missiles — including Soumar, Noor, and Qadir — as well as ballistic missiles such as Zolfaghar, Haj Qassem, and Emad, were exhibited in Azadi Square.

In addition to the missiles, wreckage of several Israeli drones said to have been shot down during the 12-day war was also shown to participants in Azadi Square.

President Masoud Pezeshkian also attended the gathering of marchers in Tehran and is scheduled to deliver a speech to the participants in Tehran within the next few hours.

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