Khomeini
Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini was an Iranian religious leader and politician who led the Iranian Revolution in 1979, overthrowing the Pahlavi monarchy and establishing the Islamic Republic of Iran. Khomeini's leadership marked a significant shift in Iran's political landscape, as he implemented a theocratic regime based on Islamic law, which continues to influence the country and its politics to this day. His ideas and policies significantly shaped the discourse around Islamic governance and resistance against Western influence, making him a pivotal figure in both Iranian and global politics.
Born on Sep 24, 1902 (122 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Sweden | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 6,746 | $530,000 | 354$ |
| Totals | 1 | 10,099,265 | 6,746 | $530,000 | 354$ |
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Khomeini's exile in Paris preceded the Iranian revolution in 1979.
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Argentina:
Khomeini was the leader of the Islamic Revolution of 1979 and Khamenei's predecessor.
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