A participant holds a portrait of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at the Tehran rally. Pics/AFP
Iranian citizens wave national flags near a ballistic missile launch vehicle, showcasing the country’s ongoing military capabilities amid rising tensions with the U.S. and Israel
A view of Tehran’s commemorative rally for the Islamic Revolution, emphasizing the symbolic importance of February 11 in Iran’s modern history
The anniversary event underscores Iran’s complex history with the U.S., from the 1979 embassy hostage crisis to ongoing second round of nuclear program disputes
Rally participants hold potraits highlighting continued support for Iran’s theocratic leadership amid heightened U.S. pressure. President Donald Trump has threatened military action over Iran’s nuclear program and protests while seeking renewed diplomatic talks
Iranian leaders insist the nation “is not seeking nuclear weapons and are ready for any kind of verification,” even as uranium enrichment levels near weapons-grade purity.

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