The hunt for Iran's next Supreme Leader
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Disillusionment in Revolutionary Iran
This chapter explores the intricate historical landscape of the 1979 Iranian Revolution through the eyes of Mehdi Halleji and Shireen Abadi, capturing the clash between the initial hopes for freedom and the rise of clerical dominance. It highlights the political turmoil, the struggles for women's rights, and the deep internal conflicts experienced by those witnessing the brutal realities of the newly established regime.
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