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In this work, I want to find the causes of Iran's behavior on the international stage and explain this behavior based on an analysis of the relationship between Iran and selected countries, a description of the modern history of Iran and its domestic political situation. The main goal of this work is to analyze the mutual relations between Iran and selected countries. I also deal with the problems that occur in these relationships.

The events of the second half of the 20th century were crucial not only for Iran's domestic political development, but especially for its foreign policy. Oil wealth has given the country a greater ability to influence events in the region. At the same time, oil has made the country more vulnerable, due to its dependence on oil revenue. After the war, dissatisfaction with the activities of the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company began to emerge, as Iran had little income from oil miners. As a result, the oil industry was nationalized in 1951, which severed Britain's relations with Iran. An Anglo-American operation then took place to overthrow Prime Minister Mohammad Mosaddek, who sought further reforms. Suppression of demonstrations in support of Mossadek allowed the Shah to return to the country.

Iran's political system is unusual - it combines elements of modern Islamic theocracy with elements of democracy. There are unelected institutions headed by a very influential and conservative supreme leader that complement elected institutions - the president and parliament. There are often disputes between elected and non-elected institutions - reformists and conservatives.

Iran has been considered an important country in the region since the 1970s. During the Cold War, it gained strategic importance. One of the most significant events in Iran's history was the 1979 revolution, which made Iran and its power visible. It affected the security of states and disrupted the organization in the region. Iran became a state that the great powers took into account in implementing their policies. Despite revolutionary ideas, Iranian foreign policy focused on a pragmatic approach - especially after 1989.

Iran is a country that has played a very important role in history - the Persian Empire had a major center in today's Iran. Even today, Iran is trying to gain a leading role in the region. Iran is an important country in terms of its size, population, geographical location and resource wealth. Already in the 19th century, European powers were interested in the territory of today's Iran for economic reasons.

Current Foreign Policy of Iran: Annexes

Iran's current foreign policy is relatively pragmatic. That is why it is an exaggeration to talk about a theocratic regime that is acting irrationally. President Ahmadinejad's statements provoked great opposition and radicalized the face of Iran. However, Iran's foreign policy depends to a large extent on the top leader, who takes a more moderate stance. Due to domestic political struggles between reformists and conservatives, Iran's policy is often based on compromise.

Iran's current foreign policy:
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