Iran Elite Power Case Studies for Bloomberg Originals Documentary

If you’re drawn to stories of international intrigue from Washington to Tehran with a mix of Big Oil, Wall Street, code names and hidden networks, this new documentary from Bloomberg Originals is for you. It’s the latest installment in several years of reporting focused on Iran’s aghazadeh or children of the elite. This film chronicles Hossein Shamkhani’s global trading empire. It’s a story of elite power, sanctions and wealth in a country now facing deep turmoil. With uncertainty around Iran’s leadership and the terrible loss of innocent lives – including children in recent attacks – it’s a moment to reflect on how power and privilege operate both offshore and at home. Special thanks to colleagues Sophia Chalmer, Leila Hussain and the team as well as the dozens of sources who opened up to us. As always, if you have input on a related storyline, I’d be keen to hear from you through secure channels.