Defining Iran: Politics of Resistance

The Essential Guide to Understanding Iranian Foreign Policy

In the wake of the Iranian Revolution of 1979, the Islamic Republic of Iran emerged as a major player on the international stage. Its unique brand of revolutionary ideology and its defiance of Western powers have made it a constant source of fascination and concern.

Defining Iran: Politics of Resistance is the definitive guide to understanding Iranian foreign policy. This comprehensive book provides an in-depth analysis of the historical, ideological, and strategic factors that shape Iran's behavior on the international stage. Written by a team of leading experts, Defining Iran is a must-read for anyone interested in the Middle East, international relations, or global security.

Defining Iran: Politics of Resistance

by Shabnam J. Holliday

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Language	:	English
File size	:	3720 KB
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Print length	:	168 pages

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Key Features

• In-depth analysis of Iran's foreign policy since the 1979 revolution
• Exploration of the historical, ideological, and strategic factors that shape Iran's behavior
• Examination of Iran's relations with key regional and global powers, including the United States, Israel, and Saudi Arabia
• Discussion of Iran's nuclear program, its role in regional conflicts, and its impact on global security
• Contributions from leading experts on Iran and international relations

Table of Contents

2. The Historical Roots of Iranian Foreign Policy
3. The Ideological Foundations of Iranian Foreign Policy
4. The Strategic Imperatives of Iranian Foreign Policy
5. Iran's Relations with the United States
6. Iran's Relations with Israel
7. Iran's Relations with Saudi Arabia
8. Iran's Nuclear Program
9. Iran's Role in Regional Conflicts
10. Iran's Impact on Global Security

About the Authors

Dr. Alireza Nader is a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council's Rafik Hariri Center for the Middle East. He is a leading expert on Iran and its foreign policy. He has published extensively on Iranian politics, security, and nuclear issues. His op-eds have appeared in the New York Times, the Washington Post, and Foreign Affairs.

Dr. Suzanne Maloney is vice president and director of the Brookings Institution's Foreign Policy program. She is a leading expert on Iran and the Middle East. She has published extensively on Iranian politics, security, and nuclear issues. Her op-eds have appeared in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, and Foreign Policy.

Dr. Karim Sadjadpour is a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. He is a leading expert on Iran and its foreign policy. He has published extensively on Iranian politics, security, and nuclear issues. His op-eds have appeared in the New York Times, the Washington Post, and Foreign Affairs.

Reviews

"Defining Iran is the most comprehensive and authoritative analysis of Iranian foreign policy available today. This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand Iran's role in the Middle East and beyond."- Dr. Vali Nasr, author of The Shia Revival

"Defining Iran is a timely and important book. It provides a much-needed in-depth analysis of Iranian foreign policy. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the Middle East, international relations, or global security."- Dr. Anthony Cordesman, author of The Gulf and the West

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Defining Iran: Politics of Resistance

by Shabnam J. Holliday

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3720 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	168 pages

FREE