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This documentary, part of the 20th Century With Mike Wallace series from CBS News and the History Channel, delves into the complex world of the United States' relationships with both Iran and Iraq. Narrated by series host and CBS News correspondent Mike Wallace, this episode covers the history of relations between all three of these countries, from the days of the overthrow of the Shah of Iran to the Iranian hostage crisis to the Persian Gulf War. When Mohammad Khatami was elected president in Iran, he sparked an interest in improving the situation between his country and the U.S. Wallace and other CBS News correspondents offer their insight into the future of the relations between these three countries.