The Imperial Guard attacks the rebel airmen

Bazargan was asked to form a provisional government and organize the transition to a new republic.

Bazargan's appointment joined the Islamic leadership with a veteran nationalist and supporter of Mossadegh.

Bakhtiar still headed the royal cabinet, while the revolutionary movement recognized Bazargan's provisional government.

The provisional administration was expected to hold a referendum, prepare constitutional arrangements and restore basic government services.

Homafaran personnel declared support for Khomeini, revealing fractures inside the armed forces.

Revolutionaries and neighborhood groups moved toward the base, built barricades and sought weapons.

The conflict showed that the command structure could no longer rely on unquestioned obedience from all ranks.

The royal government attempted to confine residents indoors and regain control through martial-law powers.

The instruction turned mass presence in the streets into a decisive test of revolutionary authority.

Armed groups and residents captured state facilities as units of the security apparatus surrendered or withdrew.