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569 | The Shah's Fall, Khomeini's Rise, and What It Means for the U.S. and Iran Today

The Realignment

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This chapter explores the historical context of the Iranian Revolution and its impact on U.S. foreign policy, linking past events to current geopolitical issues. The discussion covers the Shah's reign, the rise of Ayatollah-led fundamentalism, and the mistakes made by the Carter administration while contemplating future U.S. engagement strategies.

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