Premier Ali Amini resigns in Tehran blasting U.S. aid policy
In a news conference Premier Ali Amini announced his resignation amid a budget dispute and blamed U.S. aid slowness for Iran's troubles. He noted only about 30 million dollars in U.S. assistance since he became premier in 1961, and said foreign funds or spending cuts were necessary. Cabinet sources say the Shah accepted the resignation, with Entem named as a potential successor.