US-Iran Relations

Why it matters

• Impacts global energy market stability and maritime security in the Persian Gulf.
• Influences regional power dynamics and proxy conflicts across the Middle East.
• Serves as a critical case study for international non-proliferation efforts and diplomatic containment strategies.

How it is asked

Focus on the evolution of diplomatic engagement versus economic coercion, the role of international multilateral agreements in regional security, and the strategic implications for global energy supply chains.