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Iran Reaches a Crossroads: Will Ancient Heritage Guide Its Future?

Iran is on the cusp of another pivotal moment in its history, mirroring the two defining events that have significantly influenced its identity since the 1920s: the Constitutional Revolution and the Green Movement. These periods reflect fundamental shifts in the country's societal values and political landscape.

Iran Reaches a Crossroads: Will Ancient Heritage Guide Its Future?
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Iran's history is marked by two pivotal political moments since the 1920s, reflecting two distinct civilisational identities that have significantly shaped its domestic character and cultural identity. The first moment was the Constitutional Revolution of 1906, which led to the country's transition from absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy with a parliament. This was followed by the Islamic Revolution of 1979, which brought about a significant shift in Iran's political landscape and cemented its association with Islam. These two events have had a lasting impact on Iranian society and politics.

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