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Demetri Sevastopulo

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Demetri Sevastopulo is Washington bureau chief for the Financial Times. He runs the FT bureau in the US capital and leads the FT's coverage of the White House and the Trump administration.
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All the Shah's Men
An American Coup and the Roots of Middle East Terror
Stephen Kinzer - 2004-08-12 (first published in 2003)
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Experience the shocking true story of the 1953 CIA coup in Iran that led to decades of brutal rule under the Shah, and ultimately triggered the rise of Islamic fundamentalism and anti-Americanism in the Middle East. This national bestseller, named one of the best books of the year by the Washington Post and The Economist, sheds light on recent events with a thrilling narrative that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss the updated preface by the author on the dangers of attacking Iran.
Demetri Sevastopulo
2020-01-29T17:31:36.000Z
On a totally different topic, this book by @stephenkinzer is a great look at US & UK relations with #Iran before the revolution. Lots of interesting similarities with the situation today.      source
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The Great Successor
The Divinely Perfect Destiny of Brilliant Comrade Kim Jong Un
Anna Fifield - 2019-06-11
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Discover the truth behind North Korea's most enigmatic leader with The Great Successor. Author Anna Fifield provides exclusive access to sources near Kim Jong Un and reconstructs his past and present to explain the dynastic mission of the Kim family. With a captivating tone, Fifield reveals how a young, untested, and unhealthy leader managed to thrive and gain approval from Donald Trump. This book provides unique insights into the world's most secretive political regime and its self-proclaimed Beloved and Respected Leader.
Demetri Sevastopulo
2019-06-11T02:38:03.000Z
Anna has long written great stuff on North Korea. Check out her book on Kim Jong Un      source