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What Happens When the Ayatollah Falls?

What Happens When the Ayatollah Falls?

Update: 2025-09-03
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If Iran’s Islamic Republic collapsed—or got pushed out—who would pick up the pieces?

This week we look at the recent history of Iran, and the coup perpetrated by the CIA and MI6.

To understand Iran’s broader political context, and the power players poised to seize leadership.

 

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What Happens When the Ayatollah Falls?

What Happens When the Ayatollah Falls?

Andrew Heaton