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Show 124 among Russia, England (who perhaps benefitted most), and the ruling class in Iran. Moerover, the ruling class considered only their own immediate gains and neglected the consequences of the compromise for the country. It is the case that in the Constitution there aimed at putting an end to foreign interference. of the document is silent in the matter are several articles However, a major portion In (Shajiee, 1965:93-95). reality, Russia and England continued their interference in the political, economic and social aspects of Iran. the Revolution, found a England, because of her apparent support of strong position with much prestige in Iran. Russia, with her power, continued to threaten the very existence of Iran. In signed August, 1907, an a year after the Revolution, Russia and England agreement dividing Iran into two spheres of influence. meant that each would not Interfer with the other's matters pertaining to the area while the south was of Iran some an unhappy his head, and I of his back, ' under Russian The following is are represented as Persian cat, and the lion is saying, 'You can play with his tail; and, we can '" influence, a typical re (Browne, 1910a:174). mauling between can play with both stroke the small while the poor cat moans, 'I don't remember consulted about this! By -this with regard to the partitioning of Iran. "The British lion and the Russian bear them came conceded to England. flection of the sentiment of attempts to influence granted them by this agreement. agreement the northern portion This having been |
