The Shah of Iran and SAVAK (1976) | 60 Minutes Archive

In 1976, Mike Wallace interviewed Iran’s Shah Mohammed Reza Pahlavi and asked him if his secret police force, SAVAK, had ever used torture.
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[@living_peace]

Me as an Iranian I think that the Shah himself was tired that at that time he wanted to leave Iran and tried to hand over the government And Khomeini's arrival was not accidental either

[@kamranrowshandel6395]

Awareness of Sibling Debate vs. Written Language (written legislative-judicial records)

[@kamranrowshandel6395]

sorry, "Awareness of Sibling Debate vs. Written Language (written legislative-judicial records)" was a purely anti-religious comment of mine which implied that religions were great in theory, but asked people whether religions actually got (actually Caused) Written Language (written legislative-judicial records) to win against Sibling Debate

[@cyrushurley2351]

@Yusuf GökTürk Iran isn’t Arab and neither is Turkey. Read a book.

[@freespeech8293]

@Yusuf GökTürk You must be very uneducated, stupid and ignorant to say these things about Iran. It's best for you to shut your mouth and not spread rubbish. Iran and Iranians are not Arab. Only ignorant people like Khamenei. Maybe you like Khamenei.

[@boydbay6274]

This interview has aged like the rarest of fine wines...

[@pyroflamin9378]

This man was 40 years ahead of his time.

[@e.o9470]

or a century

[@sdsurfgirl60]

@@e.o9470 truly.

[@jose98937]

Indeed, and noble and patriotic! Will be loved more as time goes on and the new generations are waking up to the fact and the greatest loss of the last century..

[@kasraavafadari5252]

So true ❤️

[@zionboutboul9975]

He literally admitted to his own antisemitic beliefs in the first 5 mins, he was 400 years behind

[@mcbc4]

As a non-Iranian, this interview was so compelling that I have watched it multiple times. The way the Shaw speaks with no fear, and brutal honesty is refreshing, humurous and gives a good insight into what he was really like. What a shame the way it ended for him and his children.

[@clipsufc]

Speaking with no fear and brutal honesty is what caused the downfall

[@kianalemansour2422]

We Iranians owe that family everything for everything they did for Iran. May his beautiful soul rest in peace🦁🦁

[@gusibrahim6961]

He was too good and too smart for the oil companies to handle..

[@kianalemansour2422]

@@gusibrahim6961 he was to smart for the whole world! His progressive thoughts was miles ahead of the world

[@shapursasan9019]

It was this 'interview' that caused the US to pull the plug on him and replace him with the mullahs.

[@Robozgraggi]

You may love him or hate him, but you can't deny that he was a very smart and well spoken man.

[@lucialamprey2690]

he was brutal and had his own people harassed and beaten, if not worse. he was so tone deaf and caught up in his own imagined glory that he brought on a revolution that has bred terror throughout the world and set women back the stone age.

[@robertlees883]

@@lucialamprey2690I spent some time working in Iran from 2000 to 2003. It was really interesting to listen to the locals take on the man. I was told that he was trying to modernise with a host of economic reforms, including land redistribution. But these were a direct challenge to the mullahs, which is why they fomented a revolution against him. A lot of people who supported the revolution at the time told me they wished they hadn’t. If you have ever read George Orwell’s Animal Farm you will understand how the thing played out.

[@ivok9846]

​​@@lucialamprey2690one would easily prove he was the revolution they didn't want because they're in 13th century, still. as for torture, try negotiating with hamas, report back. and how the hell can you accuse him of anti-feminism, versus blaming islamists? how?

[@lucialamprey2690]

@@ivok9846 Sorry. I meant that his poor judgment about what was going on in his country and with his people inadvertently led to the suppression of women. I have read that he was trying to improve Iranian women's opportunities. And, yes, I think that's probably true. He was trying to modernize a country whose clerics fought to keep the populace in the middle ages.

[@ivok9846]

@@lucialamprey2690 "greatest party in history", on "real stories" yt channel. a bit of a too fast transition.... but even slow one probably wouldn't work. maybe if they got rid of religion.

[@AliveOnceDaily]

This is how a King talks, acts and behaves. I have total respect.

[@amiravesta2290]

your comment was one of the most beautiful and true descriptions of the Shah of Iran.

[@klawlor3659]

King Charles has absolutely no comparison to this man. Although I have long been hostile to monarchy, even I would admit that this gentleman is a 'one off' and his manner is a refreshing change to the usual.

[@lanaofficiel4042]

Mohammed Reza Pahlavi was a top classe gentleman.

[@SA-hx8eg]

Khomeini acted as an Akhond. Disgrace to human race. I forgot he was another Arab vah-shi

[@furkanykilmz9383]

Lol as someone who is Turkish, His sarcasm always gets me at moments like 10:51 😂🤣

[@marzblackbannerz6278]

What a Man..what a King He was..Love from a half Lebanese, half Egyptian. RIP ❤

[@agostocobain2729]

Egypt took him in, after they took control of Iran, and he needed a place to stay, no country took him in, but accept for Egypt. That’s jus how Egyptians are hospitable and kind.

[@navidtarek4961]

@@agostocobain2729 and we Iranian people never forget this kindness of Egypt 🇪🇬

[@aidindgpv]

Thank you great Egypt and Egyptians to host our beloved King. We love you.

[@neguin1352]

🌹

[@amiravesta2290]

As an Iranian, I must thank Egyptian people and state. When the people of Iran rejected the Shah with ungratefulness, the kind nation and the great government of Egypt hosted the Shah with open arms, and after his death, the Shah had to be escorted to a magnificent funeral, and until today they are the trustees of his body. We Iranian people will never forget this kindness and friendship of Egyptian people.

[@optimizedpran1247]

Everything else aside - this man had so much style. Well dressed, confident, intelligent, couldn't be pushed around. I like his vibe.

[@KOLBEH_98]

او رفت، ایران مُرد، خاورمیانه سوخت

[@blackscorpion111-]

Persia will come back again.

[@hassanchaudhary9300]

@@blackscorpion111-what secular Persia? lol dream on!

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

The Shah's government was characterized by a concentration of power and wealth among the elite. The ruling class, including the Shah's family and close associates, benefited from the economic growth and development, while the poor and marginalized were left behind.

[@mgonetwo]

@@hassanchaudhary9300 better Persia than the Islamic State

[@BM-ym5ik]

He was an intelligent man. He said things 40 years ago what is still true today.

[@nopeavi2812]

Correct

[@nilminideen5296]

They spoke truth before the western world destroyed Middle East by the organised crime called the wars !

[@killamanjaro8908]

No joke

[@lanaofficiel4042]

💯 percent CORRECT.

[@TheWonderman1964]

He was delusional.

[@Thailova]

This man was a genius. He mentioned about computer algorithm in regards to new York times in 70's

[@2001shahram]

The courage and honesty of the SHAH was the reason for his downfall.

[@MichelMrz]

I can't believe how smart this man was... he called fake media 40 years ago. I got goosebumps when he said, "... you can send all of these articles to a computer and it will answer you" 👀 2:57

[@MichelMrz]

what kind of technology did they have access to before AI and LLM?

[@martinledermann1862]

@@MichelMrz They already had some early "primitive" statistical methods cos the maths and basic algorithms were already there, only the computing power was such that it would take much more time to process such a request (of analyzing hundreds of newspapers articles for instance). But they already used statistical analysis to prove e.g. whether a given medieval text was written by a certain suspected author or not.

[@martinledermann1862]

@@MichelMrzNaturally such an analysis wouldn't be as good as that of a modern LLM (assuming it wouldn't be biased, cos obviously you couldn't ask Microsoft's ChatGPT/Bing or Google's Gemini to perform a task like what Shah described due to censorship limitations put by the owners of that software on their AI models) but in combination with a team of human researchers, they could make a fairly decent study about potential bias in newspapers during the 70s.

[@DeutschSozialUnion]

Hitler and Joseph Goebbels called the media fake news back in the 20’s

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

A question that gets to the heart of the complexities of Iranian identity and the Shah's own heritage! The Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, was a member of the Pahlavi dynasty, which was a royal family of Persian (Iranian) descent. However, his ancestry was not entirely Iranian, and he had a mixed ethnic and cultural background. Here's a breakdown of the Shah's ancestry: 1. **Persian (Iranian) ancestry**: The Shah's paternal grandfather, Reza Shah Pahlavi, was a Persian from the Khorasan region of northeastern Iran. He was a member of the Qajar dynasty, which had ruled Iran from 1789 to 1925. 2. **Azerbaijani ancestry**: The Shah's mother, Tadj ol-Molouk, was from Azerbaijan, a region in northwestern Iran that has a significant Azerbaijani population. Her father was an Azerbaijani nobleman who had converted to Islam. 3. **Turkish ancestry**: The Shah's great-grandfather, Abdulhamid Mirza, was a Turkish immigrant who had come to Iran from Turkey in the late 19th century. He was a high-ranking officer in the Qajar army and married into the Persian aristocracy. 4. **Arabian ancestry**: There are also claims that the Shah's ancestors had Arabian roots, although this is not widely accepted by historians. As for whether the Shah was 100% Iranian, it's difficult to say. While he was born and raised in Iran and identified as Persian, his ancestry was not entirely Iranian. He had a mix of Persian, Azerbaijani, Turkish, and possibly Arabian roots. In Iran, the concept of ethnicity is often tied to language, culture, and geography. The Shah's Persian language and cultural upbringing were certainly Iranian, but his ancestry and heritage were more complex and multifaceted. It's worth noting that the Pahlavi dynasty was known for its efforts to promote a sense of Persian identity and to erase ethnic and linguistic differences within Iran. The Shah's government also promoted a policy of "One Nation, One Language" (yek-e jahan, yek-e zaban), which emphasized the unity of the Iranian nation and the importance of the Persian language. Overall, while the Shah's ancestry was not entirely Iranian, his cultural identity and sense of national belonging were deeply rooted in Persian culture and history.

[@fathertedczynski]

This man did 20 years in the can and never even complained about it, an absolute New York icon!

[@jibran6635]

And for what, to defend the likes of Rusty Milio?

[@LUKEY_D_FRESH]

historically, carmine always said the revolutionary guard is nothing more than the glorified crew.

[@elxaime]

Forget Ahmad. Forget Fat Hussein, who goes over to Bahrain and never comes back. Forget my brother Parviz.

[@LUKEY_D_FRESH]

@@elxaime the ayatollah, whateva happened there...

[@jibran6635]

@@LUKEY_D_FRESH whateva happened there?!

[@payamism]

The Shah was 50 years ahead of his time.

[@yednekachewgeremew1886]

50 years was his purpose to control and fight with chain when dogs try to bit that will be over over 2 years

[@Mark_-ye6qn]

He done 20 years in the can

[@onesixfour1905]

Lmao not really. This wasnt exactly news and pretty much why WW2 happend aswell

[@waverunner7063]

While keeping Iran 100 years behind. Tehran was the largest city in the world without a proper sewage system in 1979.

[@NapoleonBonaparde]

@@waverunner7063 A good portion of India doesn't have a sewage system today, whats your point?

[@ellendemarie3776]

I lived in Los Angeles during the 80s and met many Persians who fled Iran . they were the most lovely people and loved their Shah.

[@Robconnors7253]

Very nice people 👍

[@modera.torrent_]

How funny, cause I lived in Los Angeles during the 90s and had AOL Persian 6.0. Got it from a cereal box on CD-ROM, came with 30 free hours. Yes, we used to pay for internet by the hour rather than by the month. Luckily though the CDs with 30 free hours were distributed freely like mad. Theyd send them in the mail, even without you signing up for anything. Everyone I knew just had a stack of them and was able to use the internet for free for several years, until the digital millennium copyright act happened. AOL stopped offering the free hours, and quickly discovered people suddenly had zero interest in the CDs. Around the same time Legacy Napster got shut down, and suddenly the prospect in "burning CDs" lowered heavily in popularity, however soon after, DVD burners started to become affordable and available, and Napster-like fileshare networks started emerging out of the criminal corners of the net as the accelerated transition from dialup slowNet to high speed DSL (the first consumer internet type that was "on all the time" by default without costing extra or disrupting phone service.) and thus the interest in pirating skyrocketed when everyone realized they could now download files larger than 6mb mp3 files, and the software; tv series/movie sharing/downloading opportunities found a new spot up at the top, and would remain popular for a whole decade before hollywood would get triggered and start filing lawsuits to ISPs, who reacted by finding instances of using certain p2p or torrent softwares and send threatening yet not legally binding "warning letters" which I assume were nothing, due to me getting like 30 of them those few years it was happening. I cannot remember why I started this comment, I think it was gonna be a single sentencer, but I kinda drifted into memory lane and put it on cruise control. 🤷‍♂️

[@meddk8878]

He was an absolute legend, the stereotype of awareness and intelligence. as a 34 year old Iranian having seen all related documentaries and videos about him I feel extremely proud of him. rest in peace.(JAVID SHAH)

[@alfredodistefanolaulhe2212]

The real leader of Iran.

[@lanaofficiel4042]

He was part of an era when Iran was civilized. Now, Iran has been plunged back into the DARK AGES.

[@Sibyle79]

He really seemed to run his country well. The people seemed happy. It seemed peaceful.

[@budsurtees4224]

@@Sibyle79 If the people were happy and peaceful, how did the Iranian Revolution happen and how could the Mullahs have come to power? He created the conditions for his own downfall. Please educate yourself in history.

[@plum_loco]

The USA/UK duo had a big hand in it. Remember they have been trying to get to the Persian oil (Iran/Iraq) since it was discovered. There is an article somewhere online that explains the mistrust between USA and Persia started in the 1800s when US/Uk tried to hoodwink the Persians into signing away all their land to them.@@budsurtees4224

[@georgeyoung2386]

I turned 27 years old on the day this was broadcast. Six months later, I found myself in Tehran, Iran, working for the American telecommunications company that was poised to participate in the modernization of the whole country's telecom network. I spent over six months there and when I left, I was of the opinion that the Shah was a well respected monarch. Was supposed to return to the project in 1978, but then certain things happened. Seeing this interview again now, I'm still of the opinion that the Shah was an intelligent and savvy ruler who had the best interests of his country and people in mind.

[@jacksonstone246]

rulers with good intentions are still fallible. its not a reliable form of governance.

[@marjanteh]

He was soooo right back in 60s and 70s. Rest In Peace great kind king

[@afzalrajah4680]

Did we learn anything absolutely not,same thing is going on even now, it shows how Muslim nations are weak and for sale

[@dawranali7809]

Marg bar shah laanati the biggest asset of CIA and mosad

[@abuzolfiqar2122]

Fear Allah.

[@marjanteh]

@@abuzolfiqar2122 you should fear of Women’s rage….my Allah is merciful and kind but yours is angry and scary.

[@abuzolfiqar2122]

@@marjanteh Immodesty brings shame on women.

[@Kimiyagar-ek2lk]

We Iranians will never forgive President Carter for his behavior in dealing with the Shah.

[@omiddavala7980]

Fluch Carter und die amerikanische Politik, natürlich fühlten sich diese besonderen Schichten, die die Welt regieren, bedroht

[@jimmysavageultrabrutal8130]

The man is serene, even being confronted with extreme disrespect, lack of common sense and extreme arrogance, he maintains an abnormal patience and civility. What a brutally honest man. From Brazil.

[@shazbk7616]

You are correct, the same reporter if he interviewed the queen of England would have used a completely different demeanor and language. The west hated the Shah for his prowess, intelligence, personality, and love for his country.

[@fwd5614]

The Shah was spot on about both the Israeli-American relationship and the Palestinians.

[@simaj9452]

RIP Shah of Iran.

[@meti9230]

🤡

[@simaj9452]

@@meti9230 I can see you are a clown

[@farrukhahmad453]

You Can Hire Me For Asset Manager and Virtual Accounts Manager we do work with 100 Secretly

[@meti9230]

@@yazdan7774 with that kind of language, you a clown too 🤡

[@yazdan7774]

@@meti9230 madarjende basiji nahat daram parsi harf mizanam

[@cristoroi420]

Such a brilliant man ,The Shah of Iran . He will always remembered , for his hard work for his country and the world. A Great brilliant man ever

[@mehradhidden1048]

so that is why west removed him by a fake revolution? now they deal with its results

[@AN-im4my]

Until he had a birthday party for himself in 1971 that cost 90 million dollars, he's a sick maniac 🤮

[@mehradhidden1048]

@@AN-im4my sick ? u dont know history or ure too dumb to understand it , did u see the Bill or do u take out these number from ur exit area ? he is/was the best empror of all time

[@s.b.2648]

@@AN-im4my the campaign of smear and slander continues. It was the celebration of his country and its 2500 imperial history established by the Cyrus the Great. Not his birthday.

[@aligh999]

Did u understand about what he talked??

[@user-tj1tx1vs2y]

The Shah is a legend. How is that possible to be this accurate about the world? He was right on point answering questions. His wisdom is unbelievable. He was surely ahead of his time and ahead of his countrymen of the time who apparently could not understand his superbly accurate vision. No wonder that Iranian new generations now chant slogans in favor of the Shah and his son Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi these days in the streets of Iran.

[@marmary5555]

Exactly! The 2022/2023 counter revolution is to undo the 1979 coup (aka "Islamic revolution ') where Iranians are claiming back their country and want the Pahlavi dynasty back to Iran.

[@Hamidrza949]

Excellent

[@s.b.2648]

Right on many points you made. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@yandex8]

11:31 - Can anybody say what is hidden behind this qustion about "paying bills" by "american business people"? Was that about money? The Shakh looked confused and seemed not to understand what they were talking about. But this looks terryfying.

[@BigSnipp]

Dictator worship is popular again.

[@elyasheidari9473]

For me the peak of this interview is that he knew what a computer is able to do in 1976! far before from the computer age

[@MT-mr7iu]

Shah of Iran, so intelligent, so wise, and knows exactly how to answer stupid questions, he can clearly read in between lines and the purpose of such biased interviews, may his soul rest on peace👑

[@Xaviergonzalez85]

60 seconds of Australia

[@azadzan2197]

atlest he was good on answering

[@zues9614]

Intelligent enough to see a revolution coming and wise enough to sell his country to the west for a few palaces more.

[@meti9230]

😂

[@remxrseless]

Still tortured and killed thousands of Iranians

[@sdsurfgirl60]

He was wise beyond his time.

[@topbins1391]

I respect the heII out of this Shah guy bc he gives it how he receives it and is honest. The interviewer clearly doesn’t back anything up that he claims, so the Shah doesn’t give the interviewer any specific information either. Very fair. The United States disrespected him completely

[@redbaronlast]

This interview certainly aged like fine wine indeed!

[@saeedj9156]

The current leader of Iran never ever dares to sit in front of a journalist and answer all the different types of questions and get challenged. What a legend was Shah. Rest in peace.

[@user-ww2lc1yo9c]

Maybe you have not seen the interviews of Ahmedinajad.

[@saeedj9156]

Of course I've seen it, but what you need to learn ( if interested) is to know the difference between the top leader who holds the real and main power and a president ( for instance Ahmadinezhad) who just followes the dictated orders.

[@user-ww2lc1yo9c]

@@saeedj9156 Who has how much power in Iran, I cannot say. Because I can't follow what is happening there due to not known persian. But I do know English. Due to this I know that with lobby groups, rich people behind the scenes, the military industrial complex, zionists and the list goes on ... true power in USA is not in the hands of the president. In other words, the president cannot do what he wants, there are constraints. It was not so much like this 100 years ago, but it is now. What I can safely say is that Iran is not invading and destroying other countries on pack of lies like USA did with Iraq, thanks to the lobby groups and the liars who said on oath in the USA that Iraq has the bomb.

[@TheMikail1234]

In the old days all countries did, its a new time now

[@juicebox9138]

@@user-ww2lc1yo9c the real one who holds power is the supreme leader khamenei at the moment, their presidents are symbolic

[@mathewkargarzadeh3158]

It is so fascinating to watch Shah of Iran the way he was responding to Mike Wallace. his intellect, his grace, his choice of word. He was so much ahead of his time to pull his fellow Iranian whom most of them by that time were illiterate. now that I am in my 60s, I realize by that time, he wanted to do so much for the good of his Country, build a system to keep our nation in the right path after he was gone. May God Bless him. he is really been missed.

[@mathewkargarzadeh3158]

@kızgın tosbağa planet earth

[@m.heyatzadeh]

I do not see a lot of intelligence in evading questions, claiming he saw god in his dream at the age of 8 and pretending there was no corruption in his regime.

[@teslastellar]

You know why they were illiterate and who taught them how to read and write?

[@teslastellar]

@@m.heyatzadeh Royalists see intellect where there's none.

[@mathewkargarzadeh3158]

@@m.heyatzadeh Hey Listen Mr, he was far more intelligent who is running Iran now and before him coming to power. tell me which country on this planet earth has no corruption. it is all come down to corruption being measured. we have a corruption in Russia, India, and U.S. but are they measured the same. and now how want to god damn live under the condition in Russia or India. Please go and study of history Of Iran. he was the best what we got at that time. and don't tell me these criminal and murderers ruling Iran are good.

[@jnf1270]

His expressions are fantastic

[@As.00a]

Even though I am Saudi, he said profound words that few would understand

[@shazbk7616]

I am a bit confused, why do you say "even though I am a Saudi?" As though you can't say anything about this subject. You have as much right to comment on this as anyone else.

[@As.00a]

@@shazbk7616 I did not mean that, but the history of the two countries was filled with hostility, although I do not care or hate anyone, and I feel happy about the signing of the recent peace agreement.

[@shazbk7616]

@@As.00a Hey my friend, I look forward to a time when all the nations in West Asia, (British phrase "Middle-East") will live in peace and harmony as the nations of Europe did after WW2. Part of the hostility between the two nations is of course due to the religious competition that has existed for the last 45 years. Obviously the great majority of Iranians are opposed to the regime in Iran. There are also more historical events that has left a bad taste in the history of Iran and the heart of the Iranian people and that has to do with the Islamic invasion of Persia in the 7th century and the consequent slaughter of hundreds of thousands of people by the hands of the Saracens. Somehow we have to cross that history and forgive, and learn to live in harmony. Of course the majority of Iranians love to live in harmony with Saudi Arabia.

[@DavidJamesHenry]

I appreciate 60 Minutes reposting these old clips to KZbin

[@andiofski2653]

Watch the 60 minute interview with Raesee, a man just recently convicted by the ABAN court for crimes against humanity. The western media almost always portrayed the Shah as a brutal dictator.... I wonder why the media is so soft on the Islamic Rep?

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

Some conspiracy theorists have suggested that the Shah's death was orchestrated by the CIA or Israeli intelligence agencies to prevent him from revealing secrets about the Iran-Contra affair or other alleged conspiracies.

[@s.b.2648]

My shah (king) was not a politician. He was answering questions with straightforward answers. But politicians most of times know how to refuse to answer or how to lie. Being candid was a liability for him. Nowadays, I see so many interviews of him in English and French over internet. He was much more fluent in French articulating much better.

[@nnm7761]

He honestly seems like a half decent guy, at the very least, and I find the reporters questions kind of annoying... That being said, I know nothing about this guy at all.

[@user-jq3gr6yj2c]

درود به شرفت

[@AdamAdam-vr8yi]

My lol

[@berdigylychrejepbayev7503]

your shah was a puppet and nothing more

[@berdigylychrejepbayev7503]

But an educated puppet, I'd say

[@jeremybaldic2047]

I’m watching this interview again and all I can say is WOW! Way ahead of his time!

[@frederickvanhelsun9315]

I'm not Iranian but know the sha of Iran was a blessing to iran

[@georgecosta3037]

He was right about the israeli lobby.

[@brentwells8963]

Yep

[@TJ-vl1ff]

Yep, its common knowledge now. If his Majesty only could've seen America today.

[@mrashad219]

10000000%. He was holding back.

[@user-hp8yj9ro1c]

Wrong. He wasn’t right about the Israeli lobby. Tell me the names of the strong Israeli lobby that’s controlling Congress.? They are a respected democratic American allu.

[@AK-sm3kp]

And Mike Wallace was seething!! Hahahahahahaaaaa!!!!

[@edwhitson9873]

Fascinating interview if nothing else. Seems like a man who says what he believes. Shortly thereafter he was removed

[@amostofi1999]

@Yusuf GökTürk ok buddy, calm down now

[@siminfarahani6566]

👌 just like President Kennedy

[@bigbootyhunta]

@Yusuf GökTürk Iranians are not Arabs.

[@Ophadelax]

He was removed by the west coup their 3rd coup in 100 years 🤦🏻😅🤣😂🤷🏻

[@solabby33]

Unfortunately his ego was too big.. He didn't know when to shut it n when to talk, he was a dictator when it came to freedom of speech, and at some point he was just out of touch with his ppl, and too many spies were in savak doing all the ugly in his name n he didn't even know about it, and when it came down to the ppl he didn't how badly they were suffering from poornes, which that gave England and America to recruit in promising of Freeland, free water, just free living, there's actually a video of all those promises being made, and today in Iran if anyone even talks about that video, death penalty is what they get..

[@user-yc4nm4xd1k]

What an era🙌 he was amazing, intelligent and loved Iran. All he wanted was the best for his country. May his soul rest in peace 🙏

[@lisalove6327]

The way they started this interview off. The line of questioning speaks volumes.

[@Dustinwhy8]

Wow…he was right about several points.

[@anunnaki888]

10000%

[@AK-sm3kp]

Like who owns the media!!!

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

Some theories suggest that the Shah of Iran 🇮🇷 and the current deceased Iranian politicians 👥 were murdered by either a group of high-ranking Freemasons 🕳️ or orchestrated by the CIA 🕊️ or Israeli intelligence agencies 🕳️ to prevent them from revealing secrets 🤫 or stopping China's Silk Road 🚂.

[@mohammadnorizad1235]

Great interview. He was very intelligent . What a shame we lost him.

[@amostofi1999]

We didn't lose him. He was not qualified for the job and ran away TWICE. The US and UK brought him back the first time in 1953 (operation Ajax and Boot), but could not or did not want to bring him back again a second time after the Islamic revolution in 1979.

[@StephanieLaerkeAndersen]

@@amostofi1999 He may be referring to his death in 1980 at the premature age of 60.

[@suhasjoshi2905]

It is old problem with people one who is not in power people want him in power and when the same person was ruling do revolution against him

[@vyrv]

@@amostofi1999 khafeshow khak bar sareh khar

[@simaj9452]

@@suhasjoshi2905 The problem is west want to involve with all the countries . Jimmy Carter was one of them to help Khomeini.

[@ktoth29]

This guy seems smart and honest. It’s a great tragedy what Iran might have been and how the Middle East might have been different.

[@MohammadReza_Ariaii]

We miss you so much even though we have never met you.😭😔 May your soul be happy and may your name be honored.❤💪

[@Wehfi]

Bro this guy is literally a sigma respect from kuwait

[@amirsadeghi9888]

sigma male grindset

[@agostocobain2729]

Sure better than Saddam and the other goons in charge of our beloved Middle East, those people in charge can’t even speak English lol let alone think logically.

[@agostocobain2729]

Also, the so called muslims took over and got rid of him, but shah was a Muslim himself, and when he first came to visit the US the first place he wanted to see was the masjid in Washington DC he was a Muslim himself obviously his first name Muhammad

[@monarchistheadcrab8819]

Based and Shahistpilled

[@ninasiahjame6759]

RIP Shah of Iran. The great father for Iranians with marvellous goals for their development and future of Iran

[@farrukhahmad453]

You Can Hire Me For Asset Manager and Virtual Accounts Manager we do work with 100 Secretly

[@waverunner7063]

All talk but did nothing except keep the money for himself and his circle.

[@farrukhahmad453]

@@waverunner7063 I do work with honestly for yoy

[@kaveman1021]

@@waverunner7063 prove it or shut up.

[@realazduffman]

Just needed to know to compromise better

[@WaWaTV509]

This man is still proven to be right!!! 10/09/2023

[@Ufu4847]

He already knew the possibilities of AI.

[@TheRoamer78]

People of Iran did not deserve this King. They are understanding that only now.

[@dariust1418]

People for sure did not deserve him. But the world didn’t want him either. Hence why he was removed. Politics is a dirty game.

[@marmary5555]

@@dariust1418 exactly 💯💪

[@agostocobain2729]

To all our people that protested against him, you guys got what you deserved, but to all the families that didn’t we suffer! My grandfather was a two star general back then. High ranking military were arrested, imprisoned, and then executed. So I lost my country, my king, and most of all my grandfather 😔 I wasn’t born back then so I never got to meet him. ❤️ 🇮🇷

[@Techtalk2030]

@@agostocobain2729that was the older generation not newer Iranian generation

[@agostocobain2729]

@@Techtalk2030 Yeah I’m speaking to them. Where are you in Iran?

[@dariust1418]

Carter had close relations with Khomeini. Unfortunately, Shah’s biggest mistake was the talking/interviews he did, revealing things that he shouldn’t have. For this reason, he was removed.

[@kazushi]

They already decided to try and remove the Shah, so it didn't really matter what he said. He was a true king!

[@samjonson6602]

Carter is nothing!

[@SaharKarimy]

It is wrong to blame one person, many people and many events caused the revolution in Iran, there was a wave of revolutions in those years and Iran was also caught in this wave, even human rights organizations gave wrong reports, and the newspapers They were printing wrong reports, because of his election slogan, Carter pressured the Shah to give more freedom to the people, the Shah was sick, ignorant people who did not understand the meaning of modernity rioted, educated people who wanted Iran to be a republic due to their education in the West, but They didn't even know the meaning of democracy, they just wanted to imitate, the media that kept talking against the Shah, it was a whole media war against the Shah, and I still don't understand the reason, I don't know how a reporter sees 80 dead as 4000 people. And he writes in his book, while he has no proof for his words and the cemetery declares the number of buried people to be eighty people, I don't understand how there are still some people who call the king a dictator and teach in the world's leading universities, while a king Can't be a dictator, still in the newspapers with the brazen lies They publish fifty years ago and slander the Shah, it was not Carter or the western countries that destroyed the Shah, some were journalists and intellectuals and the ignorant people of Iran, and at the head of them were the mullahs.

[@martinjenkins6467]

Why didn't Khomeini give the Hostages back to Carter, if he had Good relations with him?

[@j.s.8196]

He was removed by his people cuz he was a traitor!!

[@SirCharles-Xavier]

Wow the Shah was so ahead of his time, calling everything that is being displayed today with sincerity and honesty. Stating real facts!!

[@deplorabletrish885]

Love this guy All he wanted to do was Make Iran Great Again !!

[@thetruth6665]

If you watch the shahs interviews you will realize that he’s was one of the smartest people on the face of the earth he actually predicted the future of his own country and the world

[@yandex8]

but the owners of the west are not interested in so intellingent influential people or societies anywhere else, so radicalism was more important for them for any destruction of such societies, radicalism is their hammer, and not only

[@kennarajora6532]

if he was so smart, why'd he get overthrown?

[@nineteeneighty5192]

@@kennarajora6532he didn’t want to spill blood. He said if my people want me to go I leave. No remaining on power through killing his own people. He was the smartest but his people were naive, gullible and emotionally not intelligent and got manipulated. 79 revolution was designed and executed by the west. This interview clearly shows their intent and tone towards Shah the Great.

[@minddrawer1348]

It’s ironic how a Jewish reporter on the top of the media hierarchy in the US is surprised when the Shah brought the Jewish influence up.

[@nilousettimio8730]

Mike Wallace is so unconvincingly surprised 😂😂😂

[@eintroll8792]

What an intelligent man

[@jeremybaldic2047]

He was very smart.

[@makut4154]

This is why they toppeled him and brought in a one thousand year old style of government.

[@sdkfz2519]

The Shah of Iran was not "autocratic". He was one of the greatest rulers and politicians of the 20th century. The tragic revolution of 1979 is a dark page in human history. A modern, progressive and benevolent leader (the Shah) was overthrown and replaced by a gang of maniacs and religious fanatics.

[@shazbk7616]

To top it off, it was the west that orchestrated this whole fake revolution in 1978-179!

[@aminedrisi5686]

It takes many years for iranian people to find a decent Ruler (leader) like him. Almost 50 years ago, he was trying to make a peaceful atmosphere for all countries in Middle East, which was against the interests of the USA. Rest in peace

[@mohammadalhulli]

Same thing happened in iraq… usa couldnt let those two countries prosper.. iraq and iran were to get very close and that didnt benefits the usa and now look at our countries situations ..

[@jose98937]

Well said

[@MaryamofShomal]

100% accuracy

[@theman44ful]

You know the shah was a US installed leader right?

[@jose98937]

@@theman44ful that is your the very ignorance from media-intel campaigns!! please go and read the real histoy...

[@CrozanOffiziell]

As an Iranian, we didn't deserve this man. He was wise, intelligent and ahead of his time. That's why the west got rid of him in the 1979 revolution and ever since we've been going down the rabbit hole.

[@keksi6844]

West brought him to power in 1953.It just shows how you and most people have no clue about history.

[@sorena.pn.s4690]

فرمايش شما کاملا درست و متین 👍🌹

[@sorena.pn.s4690]

@Mostafa Noor شما از کدام کشور هستید؟

[@joe8250]

Iranian people got rid of him by supporting their beloved Ayatollah

[@zirak93-2]

For the Kurds, he were not any better than the Mullah's that are on power now.

[@jameseaton5703]

Here is a highly Intelligent World Leader telling Mike Wallace how it is almost 50 Years ago. Everything the Shah said in this interview is relevant today.

[@mahdipara7294]

You mean Jewish families like Rothschilds and Rockefellers? I think he knew their power 30 years ago.what we understood later than his time

[@lewisdarne5852]

He was 100 % right.

[@optimusprime9190]

Absolutely loved him in the sopranos

[@pallard]

😂 This comment needs more recognition!

[@Vegan_scorpioo]

😂😂

[@assrammington7961]

Came here for the Uncle Philly jokes

[@ciaronsmith4995]

Persians are smarter than Italians. I've worked with both in LA and NY. If the Shah was in the NJ crew, Carmine and Johnny would have disappeared.

[@connorstefanski9088]

I had to scroll way too long for a sopranos comment lmao

[@marmary5555]

This proves to the Islamic regime fanatics that Iran was most definitely not a "US puppet" but rather a country ruled by a King who truly cared for the progress of his nation and the independence for his people. That's why the Pahlavi dynasty is now being compared to the great legendary pre-islamic kings of ancient Persia.

[@vetatwork]

Pahlavi's would rise from ashes and His Majesty Reza Shah 2nd is just as intelligent as his Father and even braver then his grandfather. Just look at his steadfastness in face of potential assassination over last 44 years & not giving up thats like Reza Shah and his mannerisms is just like Shahhanshah.

[@Countries208]

He was 50 years ahead of his time Rest in peace Javid Shah

[@WizMimi]

Man, how true are shah’s words today and what’s happening in Israel as we speak today.

[@arRa978]

He was the man who wants peace for every one and he knew what's happening in future. rest in peace Aria Mehr

[@dinavahidi3559]

Our beloved father you were the best things that happend to us . We honor your memories and all the great things you've done for mother iran rest in peace king

[@Bangy]

Dude predicted machine learning classifiers before they existed.

[@chgjfsaethjjnxs]

This was the same bloke that asked Joe Pesci to go home and get his shinebox. Also served 20 years in the can. RIP Frank Vincent

[@fatshady8627]

now there’s an image

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the Shah of Iran from 1941 to 1979, was a complex figure with both positive and negative contributions to Iranian society. Here are some of the notable achievements and criticisms: **Positive contributions:** 1. **Modernization**: The Shah's government implemented significant modernization programs, including infrastructure development, education, and healthcare improvements. He invested in building roads, highways, airports, and seaports, which connected Iran to the global economy. 2. **Economic growth**: The Shah's government encouraged foreign investment, privatization, and industrialization, which led to rapid economic growth and a significant increase in Iran's GDP. 3. **Education and literacy**: The Shah's government made significant investments in education, leading to a rapid increase in literacy rates. By the 1970s, Iran had one of the highest literacy rates in the Middle East. 4. **Women's rights**: The Shah's government introduced reforms that improved women's rights, such as extending education and employment opportunities to women. 5. **International relations**: The Shah's government maintained good relations with many countries, including the United States, and was a key player in international organizations like the United Nations. **Negative contributions:** 1. **Authoritarian rule**: The Shah's government was authoritarian and repressive, with limited civil liberties and political freedoms. He used his security forces to suppress opposition and maintain power. 2. **Corruption**: The Shah's government was plagued by corruption, with high-ranking officials and their families accumulating vast wealth and power. 3. **Human rights abuses**: The Shah's security forces were responsible for numerous human rights abuses, including torture, arbitrary arrests, and extrajudicial killings. 4. **Oppression of minority groups**: The Shah's government was criticized for its treatment of minority groups, including the Kurds, Arabs, and Azerbaijanis, who faced discrimination and repression. 5. **Economic inequality**: While the Shah's government encouraged economic growth, it also exacerbated economic inequality, with a small elite controlling a significant portion of the country's wealth. 6. **Support for US interests**: The Shah's government was heavily influenced by the United States and supported American interests in the region, which led to widespread resentment among Iranians who felt their country was being exploited by foreign powers. 7. **Suppression of Islamic Revolution**: The Shah's government brutally suppressed the 1979 Islamic Revolution, which led to widespread violence and human rights abuses. In conclusion, the Shah of Iran had both positive and negative contributions to Iranian society. While he implemented significant modernization programs and economic growth, his authoritarian rule, corruption, and human rights abuses had a profound impact on the country's politics and society.

[@kowtharhassan882]

This great man helped my country Oman in its war against the communists. Our late Sultan Qaboos held great respect for him and never turned against him when all gulf countries did.

[@saamwadi9226]

❤

[@walldrama3881]

Shoutout to late Sultan. He built a country where my both grandfathers and also my father could work and make a living for themselves. Huge respect for him and the beautiful Oman and her people from an Iranian.

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

The Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, was a complex figure with both positive and negative qualities. While he was known for his modernization efforts and economic development, his government was also criticized for its authoritarianism, human rights abuses, and repression of political dissent. Some of the criticisms of the Shah's government include: 1. **Torture and abuse**: The Shah's security forces were accused of using torture and other forms of physical abuse to extract confessions and crush dissent. 2. **Arbitrary arrests and imprisonment**: The Shah's government was known for making arbitrary arrests and imprisoning political opponents, journalists, and activists without trial. 3. **Killings and disappearances**: The Shah's government was responsible for numerous killings and disappearances of political opponents, as well as extrajudicial killings by the SAVAK secret police. 4. **Repression of opposition**: The Shah's government suppressed political opposition, including left-wing groups, nationalists, and Islamists, often through violent means. 5. **Censorship and media control**: The Shah's government controlled the media and censored publications, suppressing dissenting voices and critical reporting. Some notable examples of the Shah's human rights abuses include: 1. **The 1953 Tudeh Party purge**: The Shah's government arrested and executed thousands of members of the Tudeh Party, a socialist organization that was seen as a threat to the monarchy. 2. **The 1963 National Front crackdown**: The Shah's government arrested and imprisoned thousands of members of the National Front, a coalition of opposition parties that included figures like Mossadegh and Karim Sanjabi. 3. **The 1970s Kurdistan conflict**: The Shah's government launched a military campaign against Kurdish rebels in western Iran, resulting in widespread human rights abuses, including forced displacement, torture, and killings. However, it's also important to note that the Shah's government made efforts to address some human rights issues, such as: 1. **Establishing a human rights commission**: In 1976, the Shah's government established a Human Rights Commission to monitor and promote human rights in Iran. 2. **Introducing reforms**: The Shah's government introduced some reforms aimed at improving human rights, such as expanding education and healthcare opportunities for women. In conclusion, while the Shah's government was responsible for significant human rights abuses and repression, it's also important to recognize that his government made some efforts to address these issues. Ultimately, the legacy of the Shah's human rights record is complex and multifaceted, reflecting both his authoritarian tendencies and his efforts to modernize Iran.

[@panizshafi3789]

He was incredibly smart and loved his country/people

[@user-ek1bm2jo3p]

he hated non-persian iranian tho

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

while the Shah's government was responsible for significant human rights abuses and repression, it's also important to recognize that his government made some efforts to address these issues. Ultimately, the legacy of the Shah's human rights record is complex and multifaceted, reflecting both his authoritarian tendencies and his efforts to modernize Iran.

[@sebass2486]

Wtf? Computers? Its like he is speaking of the internet.

[@pashaali7907]

Rest in Power Shah!! My Grandparents and Parents always gave me incredible stories of the good ol days in Iran you were loved by so many!! Look at Iran today 😢

[@JoSwann-it9jf]

Beloved by many, hated by many more. How else can you explain a successful revolution!?

[@aseelabdo9737]

He was a good speaker and he was aware of what happens in the area.

[@mjg1708]

He was the only educated king that could speak many languages fluently plus operate planes and military ships , plus in fantastic shape, and told the truth

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

The Shah of Iran's government introduced significant reforms that improved women's rights and status in Iranian society. Here are some reasons why women, particularly those from the middle and upper classes, may have supported the Shah: 1. **Increased education and employment opportunities**: The Shah's government invested in education, particularly for girls, which led to a significant increase in female literacy rates. Women gained access to higher education, and many entered the workforce, which was previously dominated by men. 2. **Legal reforms**: The Shah's government passed laws that granted women more rights and freedoms. For example, the 1967 Family Protection Law allowed women to obtain divorce without their husband's consent, and the 1973 Law on Women's Rights granted women equal rights in marriage and inheritance. 3. **Increased social mobility**: The Shah's government's economic growth and modernization efforts created new job opportunities for women, allowing them to break free from traditional roles and gain greater financial independence. 4. **Greater autonomy**: Women who were educated and employed under the Shah's government often gained more autonomy and independence, as they were no longer reliant solely on their husbands or fathers for financial support. 5. **Cultural and social changes**: The Shah's government promoted Western-style values and customs, which encouraged greater social freedom and equality for women. This was particularly true in urban areas, where women were more likely to adopt modern lifestyles and attitudes. 6. **Access to healthcare**: The Shah's government invested in healthcare infrastructure, which provided women with better access to medical care, particularly in the areas of maternal and child health. 7. **Influence of Western culture**: The Shah's government's promotion of Western culture and values helped to reduce the stigma associated with women working outside the home or pursuing higher education. However, it's essential to note that not all women supported the Shah's government. Many women, particularly those from lower-income backgrounds or rural areas, continued to face significant barriers and restrictions in their daily lives. Additionally, the Shah's government was criticized for its treatment of women who did not conform to traditional gender roles or who were involved in political activism. The Shah's government's reforms were also seen as a way to maintain his own power and legitimacy, as he used the gains made by women as a symbol of his modernizing and progressive agenda. Some critics argue that the Shah's government exploited the gains made by women to further its own interests and maintain control over Iranian society. In conclusion, while many women may have benefited from the Shah's government's reforms, it's essential to recognize that these reforms were not universally accepted or enjoyed. The experiences of women during this period varied significantly depending on factors such as class, education, occupation, and geographic location.

[@Pegahpegi1]

You will always be our king, the father of Iran, the best king a land could have. We miss you. Rest in Peace. We love you forever and ever ❤️❤️❤️

[@ArianTheDon88]

he is and was a coward that fled

[@80xdplays88]

@@ArianTheDon88 He left because he wasn't willing to shed his brothers blood. A true man.

[@kimbonhlane5444]

He was such a genius. One can tell from the way he humbled the interviewer with his unique way of answering questions. How could he allow America to use him

[@hosseinrafipoor8784]

Such a man of dignity and intelligence!

[@kasforai]

He realized Gaddafi was crazy so early on.

[@markberryhill2715]

I've always thought the Shah got the shaft. He was an aristocratic,diplomatic,autocratic leader who had the best of his people in mind,as hard as that is to comprehend for westerners, and Iranians.

[@rezamohaghegh2420]

YES SIR YOU ARE RIGHT

[@attsealevel]

The Shah is extremely adept (and on point) here. Mike Wallace, in contrast, conveys bias and naïveté. Hard now to believe that this interview was once praised.

[@chadrussell4184]

No Mark he wasn't autocratic

[@markberryhill2715]

@@chadrussell4184 I was alive at the time and just going off of memory, but have since seen the PBS American Experience story on him and have been "re-indoctrinated".

[@MajinMist603]

@@markberryhill2715 He is not good but is WAY better than wth we have today

[@marcusbrockman3133]

Man, the shah is right even today

[@BryceJose97]

The things he says about Israel really speak volumes today

[@monkeyb1820]

why would Israel want islamist leaders all around them?

[@rostamr4096]

Mike Wallace trying so hard to do hit job on Shah,,how pathetic Mike was...

[@mehdiSsharifian]

Our one of the greatest king ever❤. Rest in peace ❤Shah❤.

[@alexandrinaescandanova1861]

King of Kings , may his soul Rest In Peace

[@peacejoys1930]

There's on king of k8ngs and his name is Jesus Christ of Nazareth.

[@mjg1708]

He looks right into his eyes and that’s a sign of truth, he’s not lying

[@arshiarezvanipour2682]

Personally, I believe that he was truly the greatest amongst the great leaders of Iran throughout Iran's history. I am truly ashamed of how many Iranians reacted in those days. His majesty was not only excellently educated, but he was also tremendously kind, amazingly wise and in addition to this, he had a clear sense of humour. He is answering the questions with the utmost sincerity and let us not forget that all the things which he did for his country (as well as the Iranian people) were undeniably great and outstanding. Shame on those who defied his majesty! May he rest in peace. Undoubtley, he is always alive in our hearts.

[@Lovelosangeles1]

Iran is the only country when you look at the past; you see the future 😢

[@mgshabbire311]

Iran past a buffer state now they r free from western colonisation

[@sultanalhadad]

100% he looks like he talking about today’s problem

[@AmirGTR]

2500 year long society would be like dat

[@tousifsyed7137]

Labbak ya khamneni

[@crfx8408]

And today, the country is stuck 40 years in the past. It was more progressive during the time of the Shah than it is today

[@monarchistheadcrab8819]

More people need to see this.

[@theblindowl3828]

We the new generations in Iran love the Shah and his son Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi. ❤❤❤

[@samborlon]

This man was at least a hundred years ahead of his time. It boggles the mind how intelligent he was. RIP His Majesty Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi.

[@sarahjoon4498]

As an Iranian woman, I was born two decades after the shah was in power, but I love him with all my heart, you can see a great pic of human in him, such a pity that our grandparents didn't value him and brought silly mullah because they were not educated that time to understand what he wants for his country, we all love you, rest in peace, you are shah of heart

[@BlackMasakari]

Shah of selling out his people

[@kamranaziz6789]

U r right ❤

[@MessyMuzz]

@@BlackMasakari Yup a puppet OWNED OUTRIGHT by the US. he sold his soul for riches and like a good boy always did what his master said or else.

[@BlackMasakari]

@chad iranian many people like to romanticise the past, and some profited from him robbing the country.

[@BlackMasakari]

@chad iranian well, i wasn't there, were you ?

[@minapasha8018]

Rest in peace Great King , we never won't forget you

[@tousifsyed7137]

Labbak ya khamneni

[@cl2870]

You can say “will” instead of “won’t” When you say “we never won’t forget you” it means that you will always forget him. It is called a double negative in English.

[@Babak7712]

And never forgive our parents

[@samjonson6602]

@@cl2870 It's not the English Class, Dude!

[@user-mk6yh5pz5e]

I guess you weren't born when he died 😂

[@AradSP]

Now I understand why they took him down. Wise and brave King

[@TeeTee-zm2re]

He was a Great Man. He was a character. Not many like him around today.

[@mirzabaig17]

King of Kings 💪🇮🇷 Shāhanshāh of Erānshahr 💪🇮🇷 Respect from Kashmir 🇵🇰

[@mahdipara7294]

Thank you brother since our king ls gone.middle east became so distablized

[@TonyTars]

Two major facts to keep in mind: 1. SAVAK was a boyscout group compared to the secret police of any communist country or those of the average Middle Eastern nation. If SAVAK was half as fearsome as the opposition pretended it was, the revolution would have never gotten off ground. 2. Iran shared a physical border with USSR and had its territory occupied by the Red Army as late as 1947. Shah had been a target of multiple assassinations and had also seen two of his prime minsters assassinated in the years leading up to and immediately after the formation of SAVAK. Throughout his entire reign the Shah had to contend with radical Leftist, Islamist, and Islamo-Leftist (!) militant groups all vying to seize power through coups, revolution and assassination. Given these facts, *not* forming a secret police would have been downright idiotic for any Iranian head of state during that period. SAVAK was simply a necessity.

[@z1az285]

Thank you for clarifying this

[@MaryamofShomal]

THANK YOU 👏🏽👏🏽

[@sarahs2288]

Correct! The Soviets were definitely behind the revolution, IMO.

[@kevinadams9468]

Mossad trained the SAVAK, they were no amateurs.

[@TonyTars]

If Mossad had been on Shah's side, the revolution would have never happened. They would have killed Khomeini in Iraq or Paris. Both Mossad and CIA wanted Shah gone. @@kevinadams9468

[@bigbootyhunta]

It's interesting watching this so many decades after the interview. Wallace talks about corruption in Iran as though it is unique to that country. We have all seen the financial corruption in the US, both within the political system and in finance and investments arenas. For example, Madoff, Elizabeth Holmes and Sam Bankman-Fried, to name just 3!

[@hom199]

He Knows the future of world well he’s good leader for my country but 40 years ago we do a mistake 😢😢😢❤❤❤