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Shah of Iran

Letter From Iran

A Freedom of Choice Revolution Is Roiling Iran

The new generation of Iranians is seeking democracy and separation of religion and state. 

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SEVEN DECADES

The Beautiful Butchers of 1977

“The social success of the Shah in the galaxy of international despots is the end result of a careful campaign, premised on two vital ingredients: snobbery and cash.”

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From The Archives

Cozying Up to Murderous Despots — What Could Go Wrong?

Before Mohammed bin Salman, the elite feted the Shah of Iran, despite all the blood on his hands

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