The Islamic Revolution of Iran triumphed in 1979 under the leadership of Imam Khomeini (May his soul rest in peace), overthrowing the structure of the Pahlavi monarchical regime. The Islamic Revolution not only brought about a profound transformation in the political and social structure of the country and led to the revival of Iran’s national and religious identity, but also established a deeper connection between Iran’s rich history and Islamic principles, contributing to the strengthening and promotion of Islamic values in the country’s art and culture. By preserving its Islamic identity, Iran has been able to produce outstanding works of global significance and to pave the way for numerous achievements in various fields. Now, on the threshold of the 47th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution of Iran, and under the strong leadership of Ayatollah Khamenei, it is possible to highlight some of these great achievements. The Islamic Revolution in Iran laid the foundation for the establishment of the Islamic Republic, a system whose structure is based on Islamic and popular principles. Through the establishment of an Islamic system and the holding of free elections, it has been able to guarantee broad public participation in determining the country’s destiny. Domestically, one of the most important achievements of the Islamic Revolution has been remarkable progress in scientific and technological fields. Iran has attained prominent positions at the global level in various scientific domains, particularly in medicine, nanotechnology, aerospace, and nuclear science. In the field of medical sciences, Iran has now become one of the most advanced countries in the region in terms of complex treatments and research. In the area of advanced technologies, Iran has succeeded in producing a wide range of sophisticated equipment in the aerospace and defence industries. Although it has consistently faced challenges along this path ranging from the eight-year imposed war, the 12-day war, and foreign interference aimed at disrupting Iran’s social order, to economic and political sanctions and military threats it has nevertheless managed to preserve its independence by resisting all pressures. This spirit of resistance and steadfastness has continued not only in the military arena, but also in the economic, cultural, and political spheres. In the military and defense domain, Iran is recognized as one of the regional powers. With approximately 600,000 active military personnel and more than 350,000 reserve forces, it possesses one of the largest military forces in West Asia. Capabilities such as the technology to manufacture ballistic missiles with a range of 2,000 kilometers, the indigenous “Ghadir” submarine with the ability to carry anti-ship missiles, and the launch of more than ten satellites into space including satellites such as “Omid” (2009), “Navid” (2012), “Zafar” (2020), and “Noor” (2023) represent only a portion of Iran’s capabilities. In the industrial sector, Iran produced 31 million tons of steel last year, ranking tenth in the world. In cement production, with annual output exceeding 70 million tons, Iran ranks seventh globally; fifth in ceramic production; twelfth in the production of vehicle engines; and eighteenth in the production of automobiles and copper. Iran’s non-oil exports have reached USD 49 billion. Since 1979, Iran’s petrochemical products have grown thirty-threefold, and without joining the World Trade Organization, Iran is considered among the world’s twenty major economic powers. In the scientific sphere, in 2024 Iran ranked sixth in the world with more than 10,000 published articles in the field of nanotechnology, achieved the production of 1,700 Nano-based products, attained more than 95 percent self-sufficiency in generic medicines consumed domestically, and saw four Iranian universities ranked among the world’s top 500 universities. In the field of sports, significant progress has also been achieved, including a substantial increase in the diversity of sports disciplines from around 30 disciplines to more than 170 an increase in sports federations from about 20 to 51, a more than fifty-six-fold increase in international positions from fewer than three before the Revolution to more than 170 positions in international bodies, and the hosting of hundreds of international sporting events across different age categories, among other achievements. In the foreign policy domain, the foreign policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran is formulated on the basis of the Constitution and with the aim of realizing the overarching objectives of the Islamic Revolution. These policies, which are derived from core values and principles, provide a framework for Iran’s interactions on the international stage. One of the fundamental principles of this policy is the principle of dignity, wisdom, and expediency, which emphasizes the preservation of national dignity, the adoption of wise decisions, and consideration of expediency in choosing strategies. Another key principle, “Neither East nor West,” one of the central slogans of the Islamic Revolution, reflects Iran’s independence from global power blocs and its emphasis on an independent policy based on national interests. Political, economic, and cultural independence also stand at the forefront of Iran’s policies, and the country has consistently sought to regulate its foreign relations without reliance on major powers and by drawing on its domestic capacities. Iran also emphasizes the strengthening of multilateral diplomacy and, through participation in international and regional organizations including the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement, the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and BRICS seeks to expand global cooperation. Prioritizing the development of friendly relations with neighbouring countries, active diplomacy in the face of sanctions and strengthening a resistance-based economy are among the approaches pursued in Iran’s foreign policy with the aim of safeguarding national interests and security. Overall, by adhering to these principles, the foreign policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran moves not only toward the preservation of the country’s interests and security, but also toward the promotion of peace, justice, and sustainable global development.