Islamic Republic of Iran and International System: Challenges and Solutions

Given the continuing challenge in the relationships between Iran and the centers of power in the international system, especially the United States, this study seeks to answer the question of what are the fundamental elements that shape and perpetuate this challenging situation in Iran-international relations? For this purpose, using the thematic analysis method, the existing literature was examined and all existing works in the field of research, such as books, articles and doctoral thesis, were examined, which according to three indicators of subjectivity and thematic relationship, the scientific validity of the authors as well as the scientific validity of the place of publication, 17 research works were selected and studied.The findings of this study indicate that the basic components of the challenge situation producer are the three areas of discourse, actions and the challenge management; Among these, the two last factors "actions of hostile parties" and "how to manage challenges" have a higher role in the formation and continuation of the challenge situation in relations between Iran and the international system.