Iran in the 1980s: A Decade of Revolution, War, and Social Turmoil

Moreover, the international community’s influence on Iran during this decade cannot be overlooked. The U.S. and its allies were largely opposed to the Islamic Republic, imposing sanctions and supporting Iraq during the Iran-Iraq War. This isolation cultivated a sense of siege mentality among many Iranians, further entrenching the regime's narratives of external threats. The geopolitical maneuverings during this period sowed seeds of longstanding enmity between Iran and Western powers, which would contribute to a legacy of conflict.