Shapour Bakhtiar: The Last Prime Minister and His Enduring Legacy of Democratic Ideals Amidst Revolution

In 1953, the CIA-backed coup that overthrew Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh significantly impacted Bakhtiar's political aspirations. The coup reinstated the Shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, leading to Bakhtiar's temporary exile. During this period, he continued to advocate for democratic reforms and human rights, advocating for a more equitable political landscape in Iran.