| ID | 122108 |
| Title Proper | Iran in the Balkans |
| Other Title Information | a history and a forecast |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Bardos, Gordon N |
| Publication | 2013. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | As the possibility of an attack on Iran's nuclear facilities continues to loom over the strategic horizon, despite continued claims by the US that sanctions are weakening the mullahs' regime, there is increased speculation among security analysts about collateral damage from such an action. One scenario in particular that has caused concern involves a counterstrike by Iran or its allies such as Hezbollah against targets outside the Middle East. In this regard, when a suspected Hezbollah suicide bomber killed six Israeli tourists in Burgas, Bulgaria, in July, it confirmed that the Balkans were a potential front for terrorism in any future conflict. |
| `In' analytical Note | World Affairs US Vol. 175, No.5; Jan-Feb 2013: p.59-66 |
| Journal Source | World Affairs US Vol. 175, No.5; Jan-Feb 2013: p.59-66 |
| Key Words | Iran ; Balkans ; Middle East ; Terrorism ; Wahhabi Movements ; Mujahedin ; Islamist Extremists ; Muslim Brotherhood |