Vali Nasr: Iran's Grand Strategy

Tues, Jul 29 • 6:00 PM

Commonwealth Club

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Iran has for decades been one of the most significant—and tricky—foreign policy challenges facing America and the West. Join Vali Nasr as he examines Iran’s political history to explain the actions and ambitions of the country’s leaders. Behind the veneer of theocracy and Islamic ideology, modern Iran pursues a grand strategy with the twin goals of internal security and international activism. Nasr, author of 'Iran’s Grand Strategy', draws on memoirs and original in-depth interviews to uncover overlooked facts and events, analyzing the impact of Iran's conflicts and shaping perceptions in Tehran. Don’t miss this program to understand Iran and how best to engage with it.

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