IRAN-IRAQ RELATIONS IN THE CONTEXT OF REGIONAL SECURITY

The article analyzes Iran-Iraq relations in the context of regional security. It has been studied that eight-year war became most bloody and destructive armed conflict second half XX century. is worth noting beginning caused rivalry: ethnic religious, political economic, ideological personal. Also, struggle for leadership region played a special role. established USA intervention Iraq 2003 changed geopolitical conditions not only this country, but as whole. Although IRI did support military operation condemned it, invasion was Iran’s interests. After all, overthrow Hussein’s regime eliminated one main threats to national security and, result, contributed development bilateral relations. Iran close with Shiite government Iraq. Tehran’s foreign policy strategy neighboring state unite Iraqi parties strengthen rule Baghdad. found authorities have formed unified position on nuclear program, because society divided into supporters its opponents. Typically, Shiites who actively Tehran want cooperate it accordingly, signing JCPOA, thus criticize change USА toward withdrawal from deal. At present stage, Islamic Republic are developing cooperation cooperating many areas, primarily security, economic political.