Question

1) Explain how our present confrontational relationship with Iran is a reflection of US foreign policy during the Cold War.

2)Explain why Turkey was a vital US ally throughout the Cold War era.

Answer 1

The United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran have had no formal diplomatic relationship since that date. Switzerland is the U.S. protecting power and provides limited consular services to U.S. citizens in Iran. Iran has no embassy in Washington, D.C