Iran in South Caucasus: Foreign Policy Strategy and Regional Relations with Russia (1991—2021)
https://doi.org/10.24224/2227-1295-2024-13-2-411-429
Abstract
The article examines the issues of Iran’s regional strategy in the South Caucasus and its relationship with Russia in the post-Soviet period. The important role played by these countries in the region, considering their geopolitical position and resources, is revealed. The novelty of the work stems from the upto-date analysis of events in the South Caucasus, including political and economic aspects. In light of the rapidly changing situation in the region, special attention is also given to highlighting new regional strategies and dynamics of interaction between countries. The study is conducted using methods of critical analysis of sources, a systemic approach, and comparative-historical analysis. The main facts and events related to Iran-Russia cooperation in the field of regional security, partnership relations in the energy and trade sectors are examined. When analyzing official documents, the historical context is taken into account, and regional events are considered in a logical sequence. The research results reveal the forms and methods of Iran’s policy implementation in the South Caucasus, as well as its interaction with Russia. These findings also allow for an assessment of the influence of both countries on complex political and economic processes in this region.
Supporting agencies: The reported study was funded by RFBR, project number 20-59-56010 dated March 3, 2021
About the Author
A. К. Dudaiti
North Ossetian State University named after Kosta Levanovich Khetagurov
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Albert K. Dudaiti, Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor, Head of the Department of World History
Vladikavkaz
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Dudaiti A.К. Iran in South Caucasus: Foreign Policy Strategy and Regional Relations with Russia (1991—2021). Nauchnyi dialog. 2024;13(2):411-429. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.24224/2227-1295-2024-13-2-411-429
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