1. Iran's perspective in the South Caucasus
- Author:
- Elvir Mammadov
- Publication Date:
- 03-2016
- Content Type:
- Special Report
- Institution:
- Center for Security and Defense Studies (BHKK)
- Abstract:
- Iran's international standing is currently under slow, but significant change due to the recently signed nuclear deal with the global powers group of "P5+1". The South Caucasus region will be one of the primary influenced regions by such a sharp turn in the history of Iran. Turning back to the recent history of Iran's foreign policy towards the South Caucasus, it can be seen that Tehran has found itself in unpleasant situation and unprepared to build up effective ties with the countries because of certain objective reasons. Emerged regional conflicts suddenly after the collapse of the Soviet Union between Azerbaijan and Armenia, and in Georgia with its two breakaway territories caused more difficulties for Iran's foreign policy towards the region. The targets put in the beginning for integration into the region has ended up with a defensive and limited position for Iran in the South Caucasus.
- Topic:
- International Affairs
- Political Geography:
- Iran