Iran, the Middle East and the World
Iran is a political, military, and economic power across the Middle East with rippling impact globally. Its Axis of Resistance鈥攁 network of allies in Iraq, Syria, Lebanon and Yemen鈥攈as transformed the regional balance of power, even sparked wars. Its military ties with Russia and economic trade with China have altered global alliances. Its nuclear advances worry much of the world. Understanding the ideology, strategy and goals of the Islamic Republic are critical to effective and enduring foreign policy decisions.
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Former Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs; Former聽Ambassador to Pakistan,聽Lebanon, and Jordan
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