Abbas Farzanegan served as Iran

Iran

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's ambassador to Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

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 and 4 other countries during Mohammad-Rezā Shāh Pahlavi's reign. He has served in a variety of roles, including governor

Governor

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 of the state of Esfahan, communications minister, and general. He was part of the plot to overthrow Mohammed Mosaddeq and install Mohammad Reza Pahlavi to power. He has lived in the United States since 1975.