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What Happens When the Ayatollah Falls?

The Political Orphanage

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Navigating Iran's Future: Reza Pahlavi and the Resistance

This chapter examines Reza Pahlavi's dual role as a critic of the Islamic Republic and a controversial figure amidst accusations of foreign collusion for regime change. It discusses the aspirations of various ethnic groups in Iran, the complexities of political alliances, and the potential for a transition to a secular democracy while addressing the challenges of governance following the fall of the Ayatollah regime. The dialogue further explores the ideological shifts within the National Council of Resistance of Iran and the implications of military power dynamics in a post-regime Iran.

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