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The U.S. and the West are linked as geopolitical entities in the context of Iran's foreign policy, where the U.S. is identified as a primary actor within the broader Western bloc [1], [2], and [3].

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A Status Quo Power in a Changing Region: Iran's Regionalism in ... cambridge.org Cambridge University Press 2 facts
perspectiveProponents of a globalist perspective on Iran’s foreign policy argue that de-escalating tensions with the West, particularly the United States, is crucial for enhancing Iran's regional stature because the United States represents a global hub of capital and technology.
claimIran's ability to act in the South Caucasus after 1991 was constrained by Russia's dominant role, the Iran-West confrontation, American efforts to isolate Iran, and Ankara's pan-Turkist policies, leading Iranian leaders to adopt a cautious and pragmatic stance.
Regional Powers Still Matter! - Giga- Hamburg giga-hamburg.de GIGA 1 fact
claimThe perceived weakening of the West and the withdrawal of the United States from several world regions created new space for regional actors to shape politics in their respective neighborhoods and compete for regional leadership.