Historical Events tagged with "al-waziri"

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Politics & Government

Al-Waziri Coup Overthrows Hamidaddin Dynasty

February 17th, 1948 77 years ago

The Al-Waziri coup leads to the assassination of Imam Yahya Muhammad Hamid ed-Din in Yemen. A group of military officers, disillusioned with the ruling Hamidaddin dynasty, orchestrated the coup, resulting in a brief period of instability in the governance of the country. The coup was rooted in widespread dissatisfaction with the Imam's regime, particularly among the influential military ranks. Several key military leaders participated in the uprising, marking a significant moment in Yemen's quest for political reform.

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