From historic humiliation to regional ambition, Iran’s strategy blends survival, expansion, and proxy power. Vali Nasr’s analysis reveals how shifting doctrines — from Sacred to Forward Defense, now face collapse amid proxy defeats, economic strain, and uncertain leadership succession.
From Wounded Memory to Regional Expansion…
From historic humiliation to regional ambition, Iran’s strategy blends survival, expansion, and proxy power. Vali Nasr’s analysis reveals how shifting doctrines — from Sacred to Forward Defense, now face collapse amid proxy defeats, economic strain, and uncertain leadership succession.