The Shah never returned. His departure paved the way for the return of Khomeini on February 1, 1979, and the eventual establishment of the Islamic Republic. The events of 26 Dey 1357 remain one of the most significant moments in modern history, representing the dramatic end of the Pahlavi era and the beginning of a new political order.
With formation and expansion of the Islamic movement, harmony of public uprisings led by Khomeini, holding of the fortieth day ceremony for the martyrs in different cities, massacre of September 8, 1978, and strike of the employees of National Oil Company the regime lost control of the security of the country and the foundations of the 2500-year Imperial System were loosened within a short period of time resulting in the Shah’s escape.
