The revolution's success in toppling a repressive regime and establishing an Islamic republic inspired similar movements in other Muslim-majority countries, while also generating fear and hostility among Western powers. The legacy of the revolution, and the ongoing struggle for democracy and human rights in Iran, serves as a reminder of the complex and enduring challenges faced by the Iranian people as they seek to realize their aspirations for freedom, dignity, and self-determination.The west position during the Iranian Revolution of 1979 was generally one of concern and skepticism regarding the outcome and implications of the revolution.