History from the side of those it happened to
On this day — November 17
| Date | Country | Category | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 November 1987 | Iran | Iraq Iran war | Iran reports deadly raids on the Bushehr nuclear construction site |
| 17 November 1979 | Iran | Iran revolution | Thirteen hostages are ordered released |
| 17 November 1979 | Iran | Iran revolution | The decision invokes oppressed peoples and racial injustice |
| 17 November 1979 | Iran | Iran revolution | Most American personnel remain captive |
| 17 November 1979 | Iran | Iran revolution | The hostage crisis continues to shape revolutionary politics |