The Fundamental and Applied Studies of the Islamic World

An Ontological Analysis of the Supreme Leader's Worldview on International Relations through the Lens of the Hegemonic Order Concept

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mohammad hosein khanlarkhani

Independent Researcher

10.22034/fasiw.2026.256144
Abstract
Although the concept of Hegemonic order is an innovative aspect of the Supreme Leader's thought, its elements can be traced back to earlier intellectual history. One notable example is Thucydides, who distinguished between "hegemonia" and "arkhe" while analyzing the changing nature of the Athenian Empire during the Peloponnesian War. In the Supreme Leader's belief system, however, the concept of Hegemonic order holds a unique significance, as he frequently uses it to describe international relations and the dynamics between great powers and the Islamic Republic of Iran. This article aims to explore the concept of Hegemonic order within a structural framework of international relations. In this context, the article adopts a descriptive approach to analyze the structural vision of international relations, focusing on how values are shaped within this structure. Furthermore, the study examines the current configuration of the hegemonic order and addresses the issue of U.S. decline within this framework.

Keywords

Hegemonic order
Hegemony
Ontology
Structure
global dictetorship
Subjects
The Fundamental and Applied Studies of the Islamic World

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript
Available Online from 03 November 2026

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