Rising of Iran as a Regional Power

The aim of this paper is to analyze the factors that have been effective in rising of Iran as a regional power after 1979 Islamic Revolution. For this aim, the study begins with the examination of the background of Iran’s rich state culture and history. Then, the main factors of this paper have been investigated such as the theocratic structure of Iran, the compliance of this structure to the developments and transitions in the Middle East, the relations of Iran with Russia and the USA, the regional policies run by Iran-Russia duet, and the clashing and intersecting interests of Iran and Russia. As a result, it has been concluded that the main reason for rising of Iran as a regional power is its theocratic structure and mutual policies followed with Russia rather than its rich state culture and history. It is estimated that the study may contribute to the related literature