📅 6 June 1978
The Shah removed the long-serving head of the security service as unrest undermined confidence in the regime.
📅 6 June 1978
A new director was appointed in an attempt to change the public face and methods of the monarchy's security apparatus.
📅 6 June 1978
Revolution supporters interpreted the personnel change as evidence that sustained protest could force retreats from the state.
📅 6 June 1978
Changing its director did not erase memories of imprisonment, torture and surveillance under royal rule.
