Politics & Government

Sayid Abdullah assumes the title of Khan

Sayid Abdullah became the last Khan of Khiva, succeeding his uncle in a time of political upheaval. The historical region of Khiva, located in present-day Uzbekistan, saw significant changes in governance as the influence of the Russian Empire waned. Abdullah's rule represented the final vestiges of khanate sovereignty in the region. His ascension marked the end of an era characterized by feudal rule in Central Asia amid growing Soviet pressures.

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