Imam Khomeini’s return to Iran; start of the Ten Days of Dawn
National occasion Strength of evidence: Strong
Imam Khomeini returned after 15 years of exile in 1979, beginning the ten days that led to the revolution’s victory.
Sunday February 1, 2026
Gregorian
February 1, 2026
Lunar Hijri
Shaʻban 13, 1447
Solar Hijri
Bahman 12, 1404