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The shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, was forced into exile in early 1979.
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Michael S. Rosenwald, New York Times, 18 May 2024
Known as Iran since 1935, the shah’s domain boasted oil and a vital location as a supply corridor.
—Francine Uenuma, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Sep. 2024
The shah also remained scrupulously impartial in the Arab-Israeli conflict.
—Ali M. Ansari, Foreign Affairs, 29 May 2024
However, the constitutionality of the law was challenged after it was used to justify the arrest of Iranian nationals protesting the shah of Iran’s regime in front of the Iranian Consulate in San Francisco in 1978.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2024
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Michael S. Rosenwald, New York Times, 18 May 2024
Known as Iran since 1935, the shah’s domain boasted oil and a vital location as a supply corridor.
—Francine Uenuma, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Sep. 2024
The shah also remained scrupulously impartial in the Arab-Israeli conflict.
—Ali M. Ansari, Foreign Affairs, 29 May 2024
However, the constitutionality of the law was challenged after it was used to justify the arrest of Iranian nationals protesting the shah of Iran’s regime in front of the Iranian Consulate in San Francisco in 1978.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2024
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His successor, Sheikh Haibatullah Akhunzada, whose son became a suicide bomber, is an austere cleric who has adopted the reclusive mystique of the original amir.New York Times, New York Times, 8 Aug. 2022
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The amir of Kabul bought bicycles for his entire harem.National Geographic, National Geographic, 17 June 2020
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The Blue Mosque was built by Sultan Ahmet I, the Ottoman Empire’s sultan between 1603 and 1617.Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024
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The sultan is the second-longest reigning monarch, following the late Queen Elizabeth II.Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 29 Aug. 2024
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Harry's case involves discussing highly emotional subjects, including the demise of his past relationship with Chelsy Davy, who the prince believes was driven away by the intrusion of the press.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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Goodnight sweet prince and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.Meredith G. White, The Arizona Republic, 11 Dec. 2024
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For more imperial adventures, Villa of Tiberius (near the charming seaside town of Sperlonga) is where that emperor once indulged in lavish banquets surrounded by sea views.Erica Firpo, AFAR Media, 20 Dec. 2024
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Except the emperor twins Geta and Caracalla — superbly played by Joseph Quinn and Fred Hechinger — stand in his way.Jenelle Riley, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024
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Kirby Smart is now the clear king of SEC football coaches and probably No. 1 in the nation.Marc Weiszer, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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Without a son to inherit the king’s throne, the five tribes across the land fiercely battle for power.Marc Berman, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Timur modeled his state on that of Genghis Khan and even married one of his descendants to strengthen his association with the great khan.Valerie Hansen, Foreign Affairs, 6 Sep. 2022
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The Nizari imams claim direct descent from the Prophet Mohammed; it has been rumored that the current khan’s personal fortune is $13.3 billion.John Ganz, Harper's Magazine, 22 May 2024
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John Loughrey, who had arrived in Sandringham the night before, wore a shirt featuring photos of Kate and badges of the princess.Erin Hill, People.com, 25 Dec. 2024
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The 101-year-old company introduced its first Black princess in 2009.Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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The emir also addressed both chambers of the Houses of Parliament during his visit.KiMi Robinson, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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On Tuesday, Prince William and Princess Kate kicked off the day by greeting the emir and Sheikha Jawaher and traveling with them to the Horse Guards Parade, where the king offered a ceremonial welcome.KiMi Robinson, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Shah.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shah. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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