Former US Embassy in Tehran to be Opened for Public Viewing

January 27, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Former US Embassy in Tehran to be Opened for Public Viewing

Former US Embassy in Tehran Located, Site of 1979 Incident Identified

The former United States embassy in Tehran has been located, according to reports. Ali Hashem of Al Jazeera visited the site where a significant event occurred in 1979, marking a turning point in relations between the US and Iran.

The location is confirmed as the former American embassy in Tehran, which was the focal point of tensions between the two countries at that time. The incident took place on November 4, 1979, when protesters stormed the embassy, leading to a deterioration in diplomatic relations.

Details of the event are not provided in this report. However, it is known that the former US embassy in Tehran played a key role in the events that unfolded in 1979.

The site has been identified as the location where the incident occurred, and it is being visited by Ali Hashem of Al Jazeera. The purpose of the visit is not specified.

Further information on this event is available through other sources.

Source: Al Jazeera