Ayatollah Khomeini
Ayatollah Khomeini was an Iranian revolutionary leader and cleric who became the Supreme Leader of Iran after the 1979 Islamic Revolution. He played a crucial role in overthrowing the Pahlavi monarchy and establishing the Islamic Republic of Iran. Khomeini is best known for his staunch opposition to Western influence in Iran and his promotion of Islamic governance based on Shia principles. His issuance of a fatwa against Salman Rushdie in 1989, following the publication of 'The Satanic Verses', led to widespread controversy and threats against Rushdie's life, symbolizing the ongoing tensions between Islamic fundamentalism and freedom of expression.
Born on Sep 24, 1902 (122 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 53,771,296 | 33,336 | $106,000 | 66$ |
| Ukraine | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 43,733,762 | 25,605 | $155,000 | 91$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 7.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 76,912 | $280,000 | 97$ |
| Totals | 3 | 318,397,389 | 135,853 | $541,000 | 254$ |
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Recent Mentions
Pakistan:
Ayatollah Khomeini declared Iran's nuclear program illegal through a fatwa.
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Ukraine:
Ayatollah Khomeini emerged as a prominent figure opposing the Shah's regime during the White Revolution.
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Kenya:
Ayatollah Khomeini rose to power following the Islamic Revolution, which saw the Shah overthrown.
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Greece:
Ayatollah Khomeini was the leader of Iran during the time of the Iran-Contra scandal.
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Greece:
Ayatollah Khomeini was a historical leader of the Iranian revolution, and his family, including his daughter Zahra, played a significant role in the country's politics.
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Nepal:
Ayatollah Khomeini is referenced for his strong stance against Israel, describing it as a 'cancerous tumor'.
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Greece:
Ayatollah Khomeini's images were prevalent throughout Iran during Greenblatt's visit.
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Greece:
Ayatollah Khomeini transformed Iran's foreign policy after the Islamic Revolution, severing ties with the US.
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Uruguay:
Ayatollah Khomeini came to power after the Islamic Revolution in 1979, placing Iran's nuclear program under scrutiny.
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Iraq:
Ayatollah Khomeini issued instructions for women to wear the Islamic hijab after the 1979 Iranian Revolution.
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