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Though the Shah aimed to exploit the mutual distrust between Britain and Russia to preserve Iran’s independence, both foreign interference and territorial encroachment increased under his rule. By 1881, Russia controlled what is today Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, and Britain similarly made incursions by supporting the creation of Afghanistan. By the late 19th century, many Iranians believed that their country and rulers were largely beholden by foreign interests.
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Though the Shah aimed to exploit the mutual distrust between Britain and Russia to preserve Iran’s independence, both foreign interference and territorial encroachment increased under his rule. By 1881, Russia controlled what is today Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, and Britain similarly made incursions by supporting the creation of Afghanistan. By the late 19th century, many Iranians believed that their country and rulers were largely beholden by foreign interests.