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Escape From Iran, from Survival to Serving in the US Navy | Tier1 Podcast
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- Mar 18, 2026
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Summary
Born in Iran and persecuted for his family's faith. As a child, Donnie Niyari was sent across the Iranian border alone in hopes of reaching the United States and finding freedom.Donnie would eventually make it to America and spend 22 years serving in the United States Navy, trying to repay what he believed was a debt to the country that gave him a chance.This is a story about family, freedom, and service.