1. Constructivism and the Middle East
... States-Iran relations. Stemple (1981) asserts that, "Politically, the United States was Iran's most important ally for over 35 years, while the country went through drastic social and economic change." (pg. 322). Anti-Western sentiments didn't begin until a revolution was sparked from powerful religious leaders who were discontented with the secular progressive government. The revolution ... sides. Neither side gained anything from engaging in these conflict. These interactions reinforce this type of relationship between the two states. Structures such as the implementation of sanctions...
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