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

Despite his efforts, Bakhtiar faced immense challenges. The revolutionary fervor sweeping through the country was fueled by a coalition of various groups, including leftists, Islamists, and nationalists, all of whom had their own visions for Iran's future. Bakhtiar's liberal agenda struggled to gain traction amid the chaos, and his government was met with hostility from revolutionary factions who viewed him as a representative of the old regime.