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Why Are Iranian Protesters Using the Prerevolution Lion and Sun Flag?
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Graphic showing the question Why are protesters in Iran flying the country's old flag? above two Iranian flags: the current flag with a red emblem and the old flag with a lion and sun symbol. Protesters are visible in the background.
The infographic explains the former flag of Iran, dating to the 15th century and adopted with Iran's first constitution in 1906. The lion and sun emblems represent power and royalty, and crown and wreath designs were added later for the naval ensign. The infographic explains the current flag of Iran, adopted in 1979 after the Islamic Revolution. It highlights the green, white, and red stripes, the central Islamic Republic emblem, and the repeated Arabic phrase "Allāhu akbar" in the borders.
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What's the Difference Between These Two Iranian Flags?
Iranian protesters in 2026 are flying a flag that hasn't been official since 1979.
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The Lion and Sun flag
The Lion and Sun emblem dates to the 15th century.
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Iran's current flag
Iran's current flag was adopted in 1979.
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