Historian Homa Katouzian's new account examines the 1979 Iranian revolution that overthrew the shah, tracing its roots to decades of Western imperialism, corruption, and the brutality of the secret police. The revolution's success inspired Shia Muslims globally, particularly in Lebanon where it led to Hezbollah's formation, while Iran itself emerged as a formidable opponent to the United States and Israel.
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Historian Homa Katouzian's new account examines the 1979 Iranian revolution that overthrew the shah, tracing its roots to decades of Western imperialism, corruption, and the brutality of the secret police. The revolution's success inspired Shia Muslims globally, particularly in Lebanon where it led to Hezbollah's formation, while Iran itself emerged as a formidable opponent to the United States and Israel.