Iran
- country
- Middle East
Summary
Iran is a significant Middle Eastern power, known for its rich cultural history and strategic geopolitical position. Governed as an Islamic Republic, it has been under the leadership of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei since 1989. The country has faced international scrutiny over its nuclear program and regional influence.
Key Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths
strategic geographic position
large energy reserves
influence through proxy groups
Weaknesses
economic sanctions
international isolation
domestic unrest
Strategic Goals
Iran aims to assert its influence in the Middle East through support of allied groups, development of its missile and nuclear capabilities, and efforts to counter U.S. and Israeli presence in the region.
Relationships
Alliances:
Adversaries:
Current Leadership
Ali Khamenei
Supreme Leader
Masoud Pezeshkian
President
Detailed Military Capabilities
aircrafts
Iran has a mix of aging aircraft and domestically produced drones.
ground Forces
Large ground forces with significant regional deployment.
naval
Focus on asymmetric warfare capabilities in the Persian Gulf.
missile Attack
Extensive ballistic missile arsenal with regional reach.
missile Defense
Limited missile defense systems compared to adversaries.
intelligence
Active intelligence operations regionally and globally.
combat Experience
Extensive combat experience through regional proxy engagements.
drones
Advanced drone development and export capabilities.
foreign Support
Receives support from allies like Russia and China.
cyber
Growing cyber capabilities with offensive and defensive operations.
nuclear Capability
Developing nuclear program with significant international scrutiny.