The first democratically elected Prime Minister of Iran, who nationalized the country's oil industry, leading to a CIA-backed coup that overthrew him. He's a symbol of resistance against foreign intervention.
Born in 1919
The last monarch of the Pahlavi dynasty, ruling Iran from 1941 until the 1979 revolution, known for his modernization efforts and close ties to the West. His regime was marked by controversy, including a CIA-backed coup and brutal suppression of dissent.
81 Years Old
An Iraqi exile who played a key role in convincing the US to invade Iraq in 2003, claiming Saddam had WMDs, which were later found to be nonexistent. He was a controversial figure with a complex legacy.
Born in 1918
Led Egypt through a period of rapid modernization and nationalism, becoming a symbol of Arab unity and resistance to Western influence. He nationalized the Suez Canal and implemented socialist reforms.