dissolution of the Soviet Union ↔ Central Asia

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The dissolution of the Soviet Union directly resulted in the emergence of newly independent states in Central Asia, as noted in [1], [2], and [3], which subsequently altered the geopolitical landscape and foreign policy priorities of regional and global powers.

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A Status Quo Power in a Changing Region: Iran's Regionalism in ... cambridge.org Cambridge University Press 2 facts

referenceThe collapse of the Soviet Union prompted Iran to integrate civilizational, economic, and security approaches into its foreign policy toward newly independent northern neighbors in Central Asia and the South Caucasus, according to Barzegar (2003).

claimThe collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 and the dismantling of Cold War structures reduced Iran's threat perception from its northern neighbors, allowing Tehran to pursue a more active role in the South Caucasus and Central Asia.

Tracing the geopolitical influence and regional power dynamics in ... link.springer.com Springer 1 fact

accountFollowing the collapse of the Soviet Union, Western powers largely excluded Central Asia from global geopolitical setups to prioritize stable relations with Boris Yeltsin's Russia.