Nuri al-Said

ModernPoliticianIraq1888 — 1958

Fourteen-time Iraqi prime minister killed in 1958.

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Quick Facts

Born

1888

Died

1958

Country

Iraq

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)37

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)55

Legacy (20%)45

Leadership (15%)53

Strategy (15%)53

Total Score52.7

Nuri al-Said — Complete Timeline

1930 AD

Signed Treaty of PortsmouthPolitical Action◆ Major

As Prime Minister, Nuri al-Said signed the Anglo-Iraqi Treaty of 1930, which granted Iraq independence but allowed Britain to maintain military bases and influence. The treaty was highly controversial and seen as a continuation of British control.

TreatyIndependenceBritish Influence

Impact: national

1955 AD

Led Iraq into Baghdad PactPolitical Action◆ Major

Nuri al-Said committed Iraq to the Baghdad Pact, a Western-backed anti-Soviet alliance also including Turkey, Iran, Pakistan, and the UK. This aligned Iraq firmly with the West and provoked opposition from Arab nationalists and the Soviet Union.

AllianceCold WarBaghdad Pact

Impact: regional

1958 AD

Killed in 1958 RevolutionPolitical Action

During the 14 July Revolution, Nuri al-Said attempted to flee Baghdad but was captured and killed by a mob. His death ended the Hashemite monarchy and his own long tenure as prime minister, leading to the establishment of the Republic of Iraq.

RevolutionDeathEnd of Monarchy

Impact: nationaltragic