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Book SynopsisGhoncheh Tazmini recently completed her term as Visiting Fellow at the Middle East Centre at the London School of Economics, UK. Educated at the University of British Columbia, the LSE and the University of Kent, she holds a PhD in international relations. She is the author of
Khatami's Iran (2007, 2009), and
Revolution and Reform in Russia and Iran (2012).
Trade ReviewA subtle and sophisticated exploration of one of the more apparently mismatched alignments of our era, presaging an epochal shift in the structure of international politics. The material and structural aspects of the Russo-Iranian relationship are examined, but Tazmini also creatively explores the ideational and civilisational factors that contribute to the perception of ontological security of this odd couple. A brilliant and perceptive analysis. Essential reading. * Richard Sakwa, Professor, University of Kent, UK *
Ghoncheh Tazmini's Power Couple is essential for obtaining an accurate understanding of the complex Russian-Iranian relationship—especially as it has evolved since the outset of the Russian-Ukrainian war. * Mark N. Katz, Professor, George Mason University, USA *
Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter 1: Building an Interpretative Framework Chapter 2: Chequered Past, Chequered Perceptions Chapter 3: Expanding Russian-Iranian Relations Chapter 4: Untangling Russian-Iranian Relations Chapter 5: The War in Ukraine: A Catalyst for Closer Cooperation Chapter 6: Resurgence and Ascendance in the Middle East Chapter 7: Russian-Iranian Alignment in the Middle East156 Conclusion Bibliography Endnotes
