CIAO DATE: 06/2008
March 2005
Finnish Institute for International Affairs
The US and Iran are on a confrontational course. Iran challenges the US hegemony in the region and is striving for regional dominance. The US does not accept the current Iranian regime, foreign policy or drive towards nuclear capability. The strategies of both have led to a classic game of chicken. Neither is ready to give concessions to avoid confrontation.
Resource link: The US and Iran on a Confrontational Course [PDF] - 344K