Abedin Mahan - Iran Resurgent The Rise And Rise Of The Shia State - Paperback

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Description: Iran has emerged from decades of isolation and struggle to become a leading if not the pre - eminent regional power. Iran projects its influence throughout the Middle East and parts of Central Asia. Moreover Iranian diplomacy is active on the world stage with long - term projects in Africa and South America. The landmark nuclear deal of July 2015 was a major triumph and saw the Islamic Republic successfully negotiate with several world powers to reach a mutually acceptable agreement. Crucially whilst the nuclear deal restricts Iran's nuclear programme for at least a decade it doesn't irreversibly dismantle any part of it. With internal Iranian politics stabilising around a centrist administration led by President Rouhani the country is set to continue on a path of regional strategic growth. But with clear signs that the Trump administration is determined to contain Iran's regional influence what is the risk of a military confrontation? This book argues that Iran has developed sufficient diplomatic strength and credible military capability to deter a full - scale US military assault. But absent a dramatic lowering of tensions there remains a risk of limited clashes with far - reaching consequences for regional security.
Title: Iran Resurgent The Rise And Rise Of The Shia State
Author(s): Abedin Mahan
Publisher: C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
Barcode: 9781849049559
Pages: 272 Pages
Publication Date: 7/15/2019
Category: International Relations