The 30th Anniversary of the Iranian Revolution

The World

This weekend marks the 30th anniversary of thousands of Iranians taking to the streets and changing history. Their demonstration started the Iranian Revolution that transformed the role of Iran and established Islamic law as a template for political governance. Their revolution resonates even today, particularly in our relations with Iran. Jon Leyne from the BBC joins us from Tehran to give a preview of the 30th Anniversary of the Revolution.

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