Abbas Farzanegan

Abbas Farzanegan in the Netherlands in 1974

Abbas Farzanegan (need dates) served as Iran's ambassador to Saudi Arabia and 4 other countries during Mohammad-Rezā Shāh Pahlavi's reign. He has served in a variety of roles, including governor of the state of Esfahan, communications minister,[1] and general.[2] He was part of the plot to overthrow Mohammed Mosaddeq and install Mohammad Reza Pahlavi to power. He has lived in the United States since 1975.[1]

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  1. 1 2 "Britain, Iran Resume Ties". The Pittsburgh Press. United Press. December 5, 1953. Retrieved 13 June 2010.
  2. O'Meilia, Tim (April 6, 1983). "Soviet Iran Takeover Feared". The Palm Beach Post. Retrieved 13 June 2010.


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