Iran Commemorates Revolution, With U.S. Warships Lurking Off the Coast

New York Times - World National SecurityNews ReportEN 4 min read 100% complete by Erika SolomonFebruary 11, 2026 at 02:51 PM

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On February 11, 2026, Iran commemorated the 1979 Islamic Revolution with nationwide rallies. The annual event, marking the overthrow of the Shah and the rise of the current regime, occurred amidst heightened tensions. The United States, under President Trump, has deployed warships to the Persian Gulf, threatening military action if nuclear negotiations fail. Simultaneously, Iran is suppressing widespread anti-government protests from the previous month, resulting in thousands of deaths and numerous arrests, including members of the reformist movement. President Pezeshkian acknowledged public sorrow and the need to assist those harmed, while also criticizing Western propaganda and urging unity under Supreme Leader Khamenei.

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Mr. Pezeshkian criticized what he called Western propaganda about the unrest.

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Mr. Pezeshkian said, “We are ashamed before the people, and we are obligated to assist all those who were harmed in these incidents.”

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President Trump sent a fleet of warships to Persian Gulf waters.

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Iran marked the anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution with mass rallies.

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Security forces crushed antigovernment demonstrations with deadly force, killing thousands.

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Israel 35% Persian Gulf 40% Donald Trump ×250% Ayatollah Ali Khamenei ×255% Masoud Pezeshkian ×460% Tehran ×470% 1979 Islamic Revolution ×375% United States ×280% Iran ×890%

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iran 90% iranian revolution 90% u.s. warships 70% anti-government protests 70% nuclear negotiations 60% political crackdown 60% authoritarian regime 60% regional war 50% united states 50%