By October 1978, strikes were paralysing the country, and in early December a "total of 6 to 9 million"—more than 10% of the country—marched against the Shah throughout Iran.
Setahun kemudian pemogokan melumpuhkan negara, dan pada awal Desember, sekitar 6 - 9 juta orang — lebih dari 10% populasi — berunjuk rasa melawan Shah di seluruh Iran.