4. What additional factors led to the destabilization of the Mid: How did the Shah of Iran's ambitions in the Gulf region affect Iraq's foreign policy?

Question

How did the Shah of Iran's ambitions in the Gulf region affect Iraq's foreign policy?

Lewis Gant 45m3 · Accepted Answer

Iran’s push for dominance in the Gulf, under the Shah, was perceived as a direct threat by Iraq, particularly as Iran sought to expand its influence, leading to a power struggle between the two nations.