Hours before a ceasefire between Israel and Iran on June 24, Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran’s last shah, urged the U.S. not to support Iran’s government by reviving nuclear talks, claiming the Islamic Republic was collapsing. Despite his call for protests, many Iranians united against foreign attacks, diminishing Pahlavi’s appeal, particularly due to his failure to condemn Israel’s actions.
Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran’s last king, spoke in Paris urging the U.S. not to help Iran’s government, but instead of encouraging protests, many Iranians united against foreign attacks, showing that his message didn’t resonate with most people.
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