Summary
The article describes how Iran views certain conflicts as "imposed wars", meaning they believe these wars were forced upon them by other countries. Iran has faced three such conflicts: the Iran-Iraq War, a Twelve-Day War with Israel and the US in 2025, and ongoing conflicts since February 2026 involving Israel and the US. Iran tries to avoid direct wars, preferring to use diplomacy while dealing with other countries, especially regarding its nuclear program.
Key Facts
- Iran calls certain conflicts "imposed wars", meaning they think they didn't choose to fight them.
- Iran has been involved in the Iran-Iraq War, a short war with Israel and the US in 2025, and a conflict starting in 2026.
- Iran tries to avoid direct wars because they can be costly politically and economically.
- Iran's leadership prefers diplomacy and negotiations over direct military conflict.
- The US left an important nuclear deal with Iran in 2018 and adopted a more forceful approach.
- Tensions rose with the US after a 2020 strike that killed a key Iranian military figure.
- Iran believes the US and Israel are preparing for a military showdown.
- Recent tensions involve Israel's belief that Iran supports Hamas, making Iran a target.
