This book analyzes the development of US 'dual containment' policy towards Iran and Iraq with special reference to the former. It covers the period from the early 1980s through to the present.

This is an analysis of the development of US 'dual containment' policy towards Iran and Iraq with special reference to the former. It covers the period from the early 1980s onwards and will give readers a better understanding of the US role in the Gulf region.

'Fayazmanesh has done an admirable job of examining the origin of the US policy dual containment. Recommended. All readership levels.' - K.M.Zaarour, Shaw University, Choice, June 2009