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From allies to enemies: How the 1979 revolution transformed U.S.-Iranian relations

By Dave Davies
Published August 4, 2025 at 9:47 AM EDT

In his new book, King of Kings, Scott Anderson chronicles the upheaval that deposed Iran's reigning monarch — and the blunders by American policymakers that played a key role in the outcome.

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Dave Davies is a guest host for NPR's Fresh Air with Terry Gross.
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