Embassy marks Iran’s 47th National Day View(s):As millions of Iranians held nationwide rallies to celebrate the 47th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution on Wednesday amid threats of a new wave of attacks by the United States, the embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran held a reception at the ICT Hotel in Colombo. Iranian ambassador Dr Alireza Delkhosh explained how the 1979 Islamic Revolution led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini overthrew the US-backed regime and how the spirit of the revolution has enabled the country to resist the imperial aggression. Media and Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa represented the government at the reception attended by ministers, political figures, diplomats and journalists. “Today, the Islamic Republic of Iran is stronger than ever and fully prepared to respond to any external military threat. “Iran and Sri Lanka share long-standing historical and civilizational ties that date back thousands of years.

Source: Sunday Times February 14, 2026 21:54 UTC