CNN The Seventies July 18, 2015 23:26:00
>> in one of the more troubled areas of the world. >> even though western governments loved the shah, they were not paying attention to the facts on the ground and there were many people discontented with the shabazz of the eubg streamly impressive policies. >> iran was important because of its oil resources, but also because the shah was an ally when it came to regional goals. this was a natural alliance for the united states. >> the president and the shah of iran spent a long time talking about the middle east, and it was brought up by other leaders in other countries. >> jimmy carter saw th...