After returning from Iraq, Ahmad studied religious studies, visited the families of prisoners and exiles, conveyed his father’s messages and instructions to Khomeini’s relatives and religious representatives in Iran, and organized the affairs of his father’s household in Qom. At the end of 1966, he left for Iraq again, this time secretly crossing the border via Khorramshahr, and arrived in Najaf after a week. It was during this trip that he officially entered the clergy and was given the turban by his father.
During the Hoveyda era, Seyyed Ahmad Khomeini legally traveled out of the country with a passport and to Iraq and Lebanon.
In 1973, he went to Iraq and Lebanon, where he discussed regional issues, the situation of the Shiites, and the struggle they were facing. He also met with Mustafa Chamran and received military training under his supervision. He returned to Iran in late 1973.
After Mustafa Khomeini’s death, Seyyed Ahmad Khomeini took charge of Ruhollah Khomeini’s house and office in Najaf. During his years in Iraq, he met people who helped him in various areas after the victory of the revolution. Among these people are Mohammad Montazeri, Mohammad Hossein Shariati, and Ardestani.
During Ruhollah Khomeini’s Exile to Paris
Following Ruhollah Khomeini’s exile from Najaf to Paris, Ahmad accompanied his father. Ruhollah Khomeini wrote in his will: “My son, Ahmad, was one of the people who worked the hardest during the movement. He endured great hardships and was loyal to me during my exile.”
Ahmad Khomeini played a crucial role in facilitating communication between Ruhollah Khomeini and revolutionary forces inside Iran. He also helped in disseminating his father’s speeches and organizing international press conferences. His presence in Paris was instrumental in maintaining the momentum of the Iranian Revolution.