Iran: U.S. Relations, Foreign Policies and Sanctions

U.S.-Iran tensions have heightened since May 2019, culminating in conflict after the U.S. military killed Qasem Soleimani in airstrike in Baghdad in January 2020. This book explores U.S. policy options on Iran, Iran's regional and defense policy, and Iran sanctions.

Format: Hardback
Length: 372 pages
Publication date: 09 September 2021
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc

Since May 2019, the U.S.-Iran tensions have significantly escalated, culminating in conflict after the U.S. military forces assassinated Qasem Soleimani, the commander of the Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force (IRGC-QF) and one of Iran's most influential military commanders, in a U.S. airstrike in Baghdad on 3 January 2020. Since then, the United States and Iran have been on the verge of further hostilities, with attacks by Iran-backed groups on bases in Iraq inhabited by U.S. forces continuing. This book provides an in-depth analysis of U.S. policy options towards Iran, Iran's regional and defense policy, and the impact of Iran sanctions.

The assassination of Qasem Soleimani by the U.S. military forces in Baghdad on 3 January 2020 marked a significant escalation in the already tense relations between the United States and Iran. Soleimani, who was the commander of the Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force (IRGC-QF), was widely regarded as one of Iran's most influential military commanders and was instrumental in the country's regional and defense policies. The airstrike, which was carried out at the direction of President Donald Trump, resulted in the death of Soleimani and the injury of several other Iranian military personnel.

The assassination has led to widespread international condemnation, with many countries expressing concern about the potential for further conflict and instability in the region. The United States has justified the action by claiming that Soleimani was involved in planning and executing attacks on U.S. personnel and interests in the region, including the killing of American soldiers in Iraq. However, Iran has denied any involvement in such activities and has accused the United States of violating international law and undermining the stability of the region.

Since the assassination, tensions between the United States and Iran have continued to escalate, with both sides taking a range of actions that could further destabilize the region. These actions include increased military deployments, economic sanctions, and diplomatic isolation. The United States has also imposed new sanctions on Iran, targeting its oil and gas industry and banking sector, in an attempt to pressure the country into abandoning its nuclear program.

On the other hand, Iran has responded with a series of retaliatory measures, including missile attacks on U.S. bases in Iraq and the assassination of several high-ranking American officials, including former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and General Qasem Soleimani's successor, Esmail Qaani. These actions have further heightened tensions and raised the risk of a full-scale military conflict between the two countries.

The assassination of Qasem Soleimani has also had significant implications for the broader Middle East region. The region has been characterized by instability and conflict for many years, and the death of Soleimani has further complicated the situation. The region is home to a number of complex political and religious conflicts, and the assassination has the potential to further destabilize the region and lead to more violence and bloodshed.

In conclusion, the assassination of Qasem Soleimani has had significant implications for the U.S.-Iran tensions and the broader Middle East region. The tensions between the two countries have escalated, and the risk of a full-scale military conflict has increased. The region is characterized by instability and conflict, and the assassination has the potential to further destabilize the region and lead to more violence and bloodshed. It is important for all parties involved to work towards a peaceful resolution to the tensions and to work towards a stable and prosperous future for the region.

Weight: 822g
ISBN-13: 9781536199611