When the military joined to the revolutionaries

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To demonstrate his support, Khomeini called for demonstrators to occupy the streets throughout the country. He also sent a letter to American officials warning them to withdraw support for Bakhtiar.Bakhtiar became increasingly isolated, with members of the government (including the entire Regency Council) defecting to Khomeini.

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