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How the Shah's cancer led to Iran's rift with the US
Feb 14, 2024
Exploring how the Shah's cancer led to Iran's rift with the US, the podcast delves into the Shah's autocratic rule and modernization efforts, the repressive regime, the impact on Iran-US relations, the revolution and hostage crisis that strained relations further. It all started with a tiny lump in the spleen of one man.
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- The Shah of Iran's cancer diagnosis led to the downfall of the Iranian monarchy and shaped Middle East conflicts today.
- The Shah's close ties with the US, nuclear ambitions, and repressive regime fueled enduring hostility and tensions.
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The Shah's Rise to Power and Modernization Efforts
The Shah of Iran, Muhammad Reza Palavi, ascended to the throne after his father was overthrown with British assistance. He embarked on a modernization plan for Iran, investing heavily in infrastructure, education, health, and defense projects. The country's economy grew rapidly under his rule, aided by vast oil reserves. Despite initial popularity and Western support, the Shah's regime became increasingly repressive, marked by corruption and police brutality.
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