Key Concepts of Iranian Revolution and Regional Conflicts

These flashcards cover critical vocabulary and definitions related to the Iranian Revolution and subsequent regional conflicts.

Iranian Revolution

A series of events that culminated in the overthrow of the Shah of Iran and the establishment of an Islamic Republic under Ayatollah Khomeini.

Shah's regime

The ruling system in Iran prior to the 1979 revolution that was characterized by oppression and elitism, ultimately leading to public discontent.

White Revolution

A series of reforms implemented by the Shah aimed at modernizing Iran which included land reforms and women's suffrage.

Bazaars

Traditional marketplaces in Iran that became economically resentful towards the Shah due to privatization and neglect.

Clerical backlash

The opposition from religious leaders against the Shah's modernization reforms, which were viewed as a Western influence.

Revolutionary Guards

A branch of Iran's armed forces responsible for protecting the Islamic Republic and maintaining the regime's ideology.

Export of revolution

Khomeini's call for spreading the Iranian Revolution's principles to other nations, which led to regional fears among neighboring states.

Civil war in Lebanon

A prolonged conflict from 1975 to 1990 marked by political and sectarian strife involving multiple factions and external influences.

Taif Accord

A peace agreement negotiated in 1989 to end the Lebanese Civil War and reestablish political order.

Hezbollah

A Shia militant group and political party in Lebanon that arose during the civil war and continues to influence Lebanese politics.