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Who is Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's last shah?

Who is Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's last shah?

Summary

Reza Pahlavi, the 65-year-old son of Iran's last shah, is advocating for continued protests in Iran against the current regime. Reports indicate that about 2,500 people have died in recent protests, and President Trump has not dismissed the possibility of military action in response. Pahlavi's influence among Iranians and his role in the ongoing situation are under scrutiny.

Key Facts

  • Reza Pahlavi is the 65-year-old son of Iran's last shah.
  • He is living in exile and supports the protests in Iran.
  • Human rights groups report that approximately 2,500 people have died in the protests over the last two weeks.
  • The Iranian government is trying to stop these protests forcefully.
  • President Donald Trump has not ruled out using military action against Iran due to the violence.
  • It is unclear how much support Pahlavi has among Iranians.

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