Fazlollah Zahedi
Iranian general and Prime Minister
Born
September 2nd, 1897
128 years ago
Died
1963
62 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Iran
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An Iranian general and statesman, served as the 36th Prime Minister of Iran from 1953 to 1955. His tenure followed a pivotal coup d'état that resulted in the ousting of Prime Minister Mohammad Mosaddegh and was supported by foreign intelligence agencies. Zahedi’s administration focused on stabilizing the country and reinforcing the monarchy under Mohammad Reza Shah. His government faced numerous challenges, including political dissent and economic difficulties, and ended after significant public unrest. Zahedi later held various positions within the military and government and continued to influence Iranian politics until the Islamic Revolution in 1979.
Served as Prime Minister of Iran
Led the coup to oust Mosaddegh
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