Iran's Grand Strategy by Vali Nasr

Iran's Grand Strategy

Author: Vali Nasr
Binding: Paperback
Paper Quality: A5 Matt Paper
Category: International Relations, Middle Eastern Politics, Strategic Studies
Recommended For:

• Students of International Relations & Political Science

• CSS & PMS Aspirants (IR, Current Affairs)

• Policy analysts and think tank researchers

• Readers interested in Middle East geopolitics and Iran’s foreign policy

Key Points:

1. Exploration of Iran’s Strategic Depth
   The book offers a comprehensive analysis of Iran’s geopolitical behavior, ideological motivations, and security calculus in the Middle East.

2. Historical & Political Context
   Nasr places Iran’s grand strategy in historical, religious, and revolutionary context, connecting past policies with current ambitions.

3. Regional and Global Impact
   Examines Iran’s influence in Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Afghanistan, and the Persian Gulf, including its rivalry with Saudi Arabia and confrontation with the U.S. and Israel.

4. Balance of Power & Soft Power Tactics
   Discusses Iran’s use of diplomacy, proxy warfare, sectarian outreach, and nuclear ambitions to shape regional order.

5. Authoritative and Insightful
   Vali Nasr, a renowned scholar of Middle Eastern politics, draws from academic, strategic, and policy-making insights to explain Iran’s motives and maneuvers.