47TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE VICTORY OF THE ISLAMIC REVOLUTION OF IRAN
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Up to 26 Million Iranians Attend Anniversary of the Islamic Revolution
WANA (Feb 11) – Field assessments and reports from journalists across Iran indicate that the nationwide rallies held on February 11, 2026, marking the anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution, were carried out on an unprecedented scale, with massive public participation. The turnout is being described as one of the largest popular gatherings in Iran in recent years.
According to these estimates, between 23 and 26 million people took part in the rallies across more than 1,400 districts, cities, and counties nationwide. These figures do not include participants from nearly 40,000 villages across the country and are limited to urban and county centers only…
Up to 26 Million Iranians Attend Anniversary of the Islamic Revolution
WANA (Feb 11) – Field assessments and reports from journalists across Iran indicate that the nationwide rallies held on February 11, 2026, marking the anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution, were carried out on an unprecedented scale, with massive public participation. The turnout is being described as one of the largest popular gatherings […]
Iran Will Not Yield to Excessive Demands and Injustice
WANA (Feb 11) – Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said the country will not bow to “excessive demands and injustices” and is engaging fully with neighboring states to promote peace and stability in the region.
Speaking at Tehran’s Azadi Square during the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, Pezeshkian said the world should witness the mass turnout of Iranians to “safeguard the revolution and follow the leadership.” He described public participation as a defense of Iran, its values, and its territory.
Referring to the late founder of the Islamic Republic’s description of “Ayam Allah” (Days of God), he said such days are when people rise against oppression, aggression, bullying, and injustice…
Iran Will Not Yield to Excessive Demands and Injustice
WANA (Feb 11) – Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said the country will not bow to “excessive demands and injustices” and is engaging fully with neighboring states to promote peace and stability in the region. Speaking at Tehran’s Azadi Square during the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, Pezeshkian said the world should witness the mass […]
Large-Scale Nationwide Rallies Mark Anniversary of Iran’s 1979 Revolution
WANA (Feb 11) – On the 47th anniversary of the victory of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, large crowds gathered across the country for the annual February 11 rallies, an event that organizers and observers described as one of the most extensive public mobilizations in recent years.
According to reports, the demonstrations began at 9:30 a.m. and were held in more than 1,400 cities, towns, and districts, as well as over 40,000 villages nationwide. Participants from diverse social groups—including families, young people, and the elderly—took part, giving the rallies a broad and nationwide character.
The events were accompanied by extensive media coverage, with more than 7,200 domestic journalists and around 200 foreign correspondents reporting from different parts of the country. Some analysts described the scale and geographic spread of the gatherings as “unprecedented.”
In Tehran, rallies unfolded along major thoroughfares, where participants joined collective marches to commemorate the anniversary of the revolution. Images released from the capital showed streets filled with crowds, mirroring similar scenes reported from other cities across Iran.
Organizers say the widespread participation reflects a level of social cohesion and continued support among segments of the population for the country’s political system, a message they believe carries significance beyond Iran’s borders amid ongoing regional and international developments.
Aerial footage of people in Tehran at this year’s February 11 rally
Hezbollah Says All Efforts to Undermine Iran Have Failed
WANA (Feb 11) – Lebanon’s Hezbollah said in a statement marking the anniversary of Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution that all attempts by Iran’s adversaries to weaken the country over the past 47 years have failed.
The group stated that since the revolution’s victory on February 11, 1979, coordinated efforts by the United States, several Western countries, and Israel have sought to “besiege and overthrow” the Islamic Republic and contain its political and ideological influence. However, Hezbollah said Iran’s continuity and progress over the past four decades demonstrate the “clear failure” of those policies.
Hezbollah also expressed pride in what it described as the Islamic Republic’s “liberation model,” extending congratulations to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, Iranian officials, and the “noble and courageous” people of Iran. The statement further emphasized what it called the growing awareness and unity of the Iranian people in confronting external challenges.
Regional Leaders Congratulate Iran on the 47th Anniversary of the Islamic Revolution
Azadi Tower is seen during the 44th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran, Iran, February 11. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)
WANA (Feb 11) – As Iran marked the 47th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution, several regional leaders sent official messages of congratulations to the country’s senior officials.
According to Qatar News Agency (QNA), Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, sent a message to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian congratulating him on the occasion of Iran’s National Day.
In a separate message, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev also congratulated President Pezeshkian on the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution. Aliyev stated that “the development of relations between our peoples and countries, connected by shared religious and cultural roots and friendly neighborly ties, is of special importance to Azerbaijan.”
He added that “the scope of issues on the bilateral agenda has expanded and been enriched with new content,” emphasizing that “the intensive nature of meetings at various levels, the documents signed, and the joint projects implemented create favorable opportunities for deepening our mutually beneficial cooperation.”
Meanwhile, Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari, in a message posted on the social media platform X, congratulated the Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran and President Pezeshkian on the 47th anniversary of the revolution.
Zardari noted that Pakistan and Iran share “a deeply rooted relationship in history, language, culture, and common geography that has grown stronger and more dynamic over the years.”
Iran commemorates the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution each year on February 11.
As part of international reactions marking the 47th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan sent an official message congratulating Iran’s Supreme Leader and the Iranian people.
Emphasizing the importance of the strategic relationship between Tehran and Yerevan, he expressed hope that expanded bilateral and multilateral cooperation, through the implementation of new initiatives, would contribute to regional peace and stability and further strengthen friendly ties between the two countries for their mutual benefit.
India’s foreign minister also sent a message congratulating Iran on the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution. In a post published on the social media platform X, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar extended his congratulations to his Iranian counterpart, as well as to the Iranian government and people, describing the message as a reflection of the continued political and diplomatic engagement between Tehran and New Delhi.
Saudi Arabia’s King and Crown Prince sent separate messages congratulating Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the anniversary of the victory of Iran’s Islamic Revolution. The messages were part of broader international reactions marking the occasion.
Senior Iranian Officials Attend February 11 Rally
Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. Social media/ WANA News Agency
WANA (Feb 11) – A number of senior Iranian officials participated in the February 11 rally marking the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution.
Among those in attendance were Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, Police Chief Brig. Gen. Ahmadreza Radan, along with many other Iranian officials, including the head of the Atomic Energy Organization, Ministers of Intelligence, Communications, Labor, Sports, etc.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi described the large public turnout at the anniversary rally of the Islamic Revolution as the main pillar of the country’s foreign policy. Speaking on the sidelines of the event, he said the strong public participation represents “the source of Iran’s strength and authority” and gives the diplomatic team confidence at the negotiating table.
Araghchi also stressed that Iran’s missile program “is not and will not be subject to negotiations,” adding that no one can infringe upon it.
Regarding ongoing diplomatic efforts, he noted that the time and location of the next round of talks have not yet been determined.
Symbolic Coffins of Senior U.S. Commanders. Social media/ WANA News Agency
President Pezeshkian Attends February 11 Rally
President Pezeshkian Attends February 11 Rally. Social media/WANA News Agency
WANA (Feb 11) – Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian took part in the February 11 rally marking the 47th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution, joining various segments of the public in the commemorative march.
Mohammad Jafar Ghaempanah, the president’s executive deputy, and Mohsen Haji Mirzaei, head of the Presidential Office, accompanied President Pezeshkian during the ceremony.
Mohammadreza Aref, Iran’s vice president, was also seen participating in the rally.
Iran Showcases Military Hardware During Revolution Anniversary Rally
Display of Iran’s long-range missiles on the sidelines of today’s rally at Azadi Square in Tehran. Social media / WANA News Agency
WANA (Feb 11) – During the February 11 rally in Tehran, the public display of military equipment and the presence of senior Iranian defense officials drew wide attention across media outlets and social networks.
On the sidelines of today’s rally at Azadi Square, held to mark the 47th anniversary of the victory of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, a range of long-range missiles belonging to the Islamic Republic of Iran was put on public display. In addition, the wreckage of Israeli drones—reported by official Iranian sources to have been shot down during what they describe as the “12-day war”—was exhibited at the square.
Unveiling of the wreckage of Israeli drones shot down during the 12-day war at Azadi Square, Tehran. Social media / WANA News Agency
Major General Mousavi, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran, also attended the February 11 ceremony. Media coverage has interpreted his presence as a signal of the strategic importance Tehran attaches to the event, underscoring the linkage between Iran’s defensive capabilities and the political and symbolic messages associated with the anniversary.
Major General Mohammad Pakpour, Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), also attended the march.
The field display and its extensive media coverage are widely analyzed as part of Iran’s deterrent and symbolic messaging to both domestic and international audiences, particularly at a time when regional developments and ongoing security tensions remain at the center of global public attention.
Iran Marks Revolution Anniversary with Nationwide Chants and Fireworks
WANA (Feb 11) – On the eve of the 47th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, people across the country marked the occasion with synchronized chants of “Allahu Akbar” and widespread fireworks, turning cities and rural areas alike into scenes of national commemoration.
As Iran approached the 47th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution, citizens across the country took part in a symbolic nationwide ceremony on Sunday night, commemorating one of the most pivotal moments in the nation’s modern history.
At exactly 9:00 p.m., people gathered in mosques, religious centers, and on the rooftops of their homes, chanting “Allahu Akbar” in unison—a tradition rooted in the days leading up to the 1979 revolution and preserved as a symbol of collective memory and national identity.
The ceremony was accompanied by extensive fireworks displays across Iran. In Tehran, the country’s largest fireworks shows were held at Azadi Square and the Milad Tower complex, while multiple locations across the capital hosted similar events. The iconic Tabiat Bridge, the largest pedestrian bridge in Iran, was illuminated in the colors of the national flag, creating a striking visual symbol of the anniversary.
Reports from across the country confirmed that the chants and celebrations were not limited to major cities. Urban and rural areas alike, spanning western, eastern, northern, southern, and central Iran, joined in the commemoration, with the night sky lit up by fireworks nationwide.
The annual ceremony, held on the night before February 11—the eve of the revolution’s victory—remains a key element of Iran’s official and popular commemorative calendar, reflecting the enduring significance of the 1979 revolution in the country’s political and social landscape.
UN Secretary-General Congratulates Iran on Anniversary of the Islamic Revolution
Pezeshkian and António Guterres. Social media / WANA News Agency
WANA (Feb 11) – The Secretary-General of the United Nations has sent an official message congratulating the President and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran on the anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution, underscoring the importance of dialogue and international cooperation in addressing global challenges.
According to official sources, António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, in a letter addressed to Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, extended his warmest congratulations on the occasion of Iran’s National Day.
He described national days as valuable opportunities to reflect on a country’s historical journey, its role and contributions within the international community, and the aspirations that shape the future of nations.
In his message, Guterres noted that such occasions also serve as reminders of the importance of solidarity, dialogue, and shared responsibility among countries in the face of global developments. He emphasized that the international community now more than ever requires cooperation and mutual understanding.
Referring to the current complex global situation, the UN Secretary-General identified ending wars and preventing the emergence of new conflicts, effectively addressing the climate crisis, reducing inequalities, and responsibly governing powerful emerging technologies as some of the most urgent and serious tests facing the international community.
Guterres stressed that successfully confronting these challenges requires renewed engagement, a strong commitment to multilateralism, and strengthened international cooperation—efforts he said are essential to achieving lasting peace and security, advancing the Sustainable Development Goals, and upholding human rights worldwide.
