Critical evaluation of the concept of nuclear Iran in the strategic concept of 5+1 countries

Document Type : Research Paper

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1 Political Science, International Relations, Centeral Branch of Tehran Azad University, Tehran, Iran

2 Assistant Professor in Islamic Azad University of Central Tehran Branch Faculty of Political Science

3 Professor in Islamic Azad University of Central Tehran Branch Faculty of Political Science

Abstract

The concept of nuclear Iran is repeatedly used by theorists and strategic planners of great powers to contain and limit and control Iran's nuclear capability. The main axis of Iran's action in the nuclear process has been aimed at optimizing strategic and tactical capabilities. Some theorists of international politics point to the fact that in 1991 onwards, Iran has improved its nuclear capabilities endlessly.
The model of Iran's strategic action in the field of nuclear capability indicates that power building to deal with threats has been a part of Iran's strategic goals in the regional environment. The actors of international politics always tried to place Iran in a space of geopolitical limitation. The reality of regional Iran is dangerous for many actors of the surrounding environment and great powers, and for this reason, the ground has been created to limit Iran's power in the regional environment.
The main question of the article is, "In what sense has nuclear Iran been used by the media, strategic study centers, and diplomats of international politics, and what ideas have been placed on the agenda of great powers and international institutions to confront Iran?" The hypothesis of the article refers to the fact that "the concept of nuclear Iran is considered a part of the strategic literature for limiting the power and technical and tactical capabilities of the Islamic Republic, and this has created the basis for limiting Iran's power." Stephen Walt's threat balance approach is used in the organization of the article.

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  • Receive Date: 14 August 2023
  • Revise Date: 12 February 2024
  • Accept Date: 13 February 2024

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