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Why should Iran have a deterrent strategy? Well, it's surrounded by hostile enemies. Both of its borders have been under occupation by a hostile superpower, the United States, which is constantly violating the U.N. charter by leaving open what they call the saying, 'all options are open' - meaning the threat of war.
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What this quote means
Iran develops a deterrent strategy due to external threats and hostilities from surrounding nations.
Noam Chomsky's quote highlights the rationale behind Iran's pursuit of a deterrent strategy in response to a perceived threat from foreign powers, particularly the United States. The quote reflects the geopolitical tensions in the region, suggesting that Iran feels surrounded by hostile nations and emphasizes the need for self-defense against potential aggression, thus framing its military strategy as a response to ongoing threats rather than as an act of aggression itself.
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IranDeterrent StrategyUsHostilityWarDefense
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion on national security strategies, one might say, 'As Noam Chomsky pointed out, a deterrent strategy is crucial for countries like Iran surrounded by hostile neighbors.'
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