The role of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army in enhancing defensive power after the imposed war

Document Type : Original Article

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1 Department of International Relations, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran

2 Department of Law and International Relations, Bonab Branch, Islamic Azad University, Bonab, Iran

Abstract

After the end of the imposed war, the Islamic Republic of Iran's army entered a new phase of its missions, in which, considering the complex regional and international developments, the army's role in enhancing the country's defensive power became significantly prominent. Accordingly, the aim of this research was to elucidate the role of the Islamic Republic of Iran's army after the imposed war in enhancing the country's defensive power. This research is applied in terms of its objective and employs a mixed approach (qualitative-quantitative), utilizing interviews with 8 experts whose work is related to the army and security. The findings of this qualitative section were tested in the form of path coefficients of structural equations in Smart PLS software, after confirming the validity and reliability of the internal and external model in the quantitative community. The results indicate that the changes in the Islamic Republic of Iran's army after the Sacred Defense period include self-sufficiency in the production of military equipment, the development of specialized human resources, and changes in the structure and organization of forces, which have contributed to increasing efficiency and responsiveness in the face of threats. Additionally, the localization of tactics and strategies and the strengthening of missile capabilities as an effective deterrent have increased the country's defensive power. Cooperation with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has also contributed to improving combat capabilities and reducing defense costs, allowing Iran to be recognized as an independent and deterrent power in the international arena.

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Strategic Defense Studies
Volume 23, Issue 100
July 2025
Pages 147-173

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