London-Iran-US relations are considered one of the most complicated issues in international politics and have been characterized by continuous tensions and mutual escalations since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Despite scattered efforts to alleviate tensions, Washington still sees Tehran as a threat to regional interests, while Iran sees the policies of the US and its allies as an attempt to undermine its strategic position .
In this context, pressure from the US and Israeli regimes to prevent the peaceful development of Iran’s nuclear program is increasing, and it argues that Iran’s future capabilities are a potential threat. On the other hand, the logic of deterrence is an important component of Iran’s national security strategy. While nuclear weapons are especially owned by major powers and regional competitors, Iran continues to be a target of continued international pressure despite its compliance with its international commitment.
Today, Iran is at a critical time in need of a comprehensive strategy. It integrates military deterrence, effective diplomacy and economic independence.
Doctrines of nuclear deterrence and defense
Despite Iran’s emphasis on the peaceful nature of its nuclear program, Western pressure and continued threats forced Tehran to rethink its defense strategy. Iran’s policy must be based on the following principles:
– Strengthen traditional defensive capabilities to create a deterrent balance, strengthen the non-deterrible capabilities, and develop peaceful nuclear technology as an inevitable right.
– Development of precision ballistic and cruise missile capabilities to enhance strategic deterrence systems.
– Improved air defense and electronic warfare systems to combat air and missile threats.
Diversification of strategic alliances
Iran needs to strengthen relations with major powers such as China and Russia to ensure diplomatic support and access to advanced military technology.
Furthermore, it should expand defensive cooperation with allies within the resistance axis to establish a shared regional deterrence system.
Another important step is to invest in economic ties with neutral countries to reduce their dependence on the Western financial system.
Strengthen your economic capabilities to counter sanctions
Iran should focus more on domestic military and economic and industrial development to minimize the impact of sanctions.
On the other hand, local currency must be used to create alternative trade mechanisms and barter trades with allies.
Reducing public budget reliance on oil exports by diversifying income sources and strengthening non-oil sectors such as manufacturing, technology and agriculture is another potentially effective option. A policy of reducing oil dependence as a cornerstone of economic governance can make it more resilient to country’s international pressures and reduce the direct impact of Western sanctions.
Political Message to the West and Israeli Regime
It is essential to remind Western countries that ownership of nuclear weapons is not limited to traditional forces and that a wide range of international players have acquired such capabilities. In this context, despite the multiple security threats facing Shiites, they remain robbed of this option. Furthermore, the Israeli regime, which has undeclared nuclear weapons, cannot limit Iran’s choice of defence strategy.
Furthermore, the West must be made to understand that continuous pressure on Iran only strengthens its resolve to strengthen its defensive capabilities. Iran recognizes that the United States only respects countries that have a true element of power, as demonstrated in its North Korea-China deal. US foreign policy shows that power is a determinant of interaction with the country. Iran and many other countries have known that information for a long time.