The Death of Vazir-Mukhtar

About a year before his death, State Councillor Griboedov is appointed plenipotentiary representative of the Russian Empire in Persia and departs for his new place of service. At first, the Persians warmly welcome the charming diplomat and even call him «Vazir-Mukhtar,» which means «chosen envoy» or «chief ambassador.» However, Griboedov's decisive actions to secure the delayed tribute earn him enemies, and with the tacit consent of the Shah, the envoy becomes an ideal target in the eyes of the fanatically inclined part of Persian society…