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Ep. 4 | Iranian Revolution of 1979 and the Secret Operations of the CIA, MI6, and Ayatollah Khomeini

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đź•Ś Uncover Iran's 1979 revolution as a Boeing 747 lands in Tehran, changing history


đź‘‘ Explore Mohammad Reza Shah's life, from liberal ruler to autocrat, sparking national turmoil


🕵️‍♂️ Discover the CIA and MI6's hidden roles in Iran, setting the stage for a dramatic shift of power


đźš© Witness the crescendo of revolution, leading to the Shah's exile and Khomeini's return


🎶 Dive into 'Iran Iran' by Reza Rooyigari, the anthem of a nation's struggle for power


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