Rudollah Khomeini
Rudollah 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 became the Supreme Leader of Iran, holding ultimate authority over the government and its policies. He is known for promoting a form of Islamic governance based on Shia principles and for his opposition to Western influence in Iran. Khomeini's leadership was characterized by his emphasis on Islamic law and the establishment of a theocratic state, significantly shaping Iran's political landscape and its relations with the rest of the world.
Born on Sep 24, 1902 (122 years old)
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Rudollah Khomeini was the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran and served as its supreme leader until his death in 1989.
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Rudollah Khomeini is described as the leader of the 1979 Iranian Revolution.
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