The Fundamental and Applied Studies of the Islamic World

Abstract Terrorism is a familiar word in the international arena, and its specific meaning soon leads the mind to armed parties and movements that fight against countries and nations with illegitimate goals and demands. But it should be noted that this incident is actually rooted in the macro policies of some governments that have introduced their interest in colonizing and dominating other countries. On this basis, events called "state terrorism" are introduced, which undoubtedly form the basis of terrorist ranks and movements. In the meantime, state terrorism is one of the important tools in America's foreign policy strategy, and it tends to call itself the center of liberation, democracy and human rights, and by bringing the international system closer to its libertarian goals, it engages in state terrorism. From its point of view, America seeks to promote democracy in the world and has started the war against international terrorism. The main question of the current research is what effect American state terrorism has had on Iran's foreign policy since 2004. The result of the current research indicated that the United States has sought to weaken and confront the Islamic Republic of Iran by using force and instrumental use of state terrorism, as well as by using methods such as terror, harassment, and cruel behavior. This study has used descriptive-analytical method, library documents such as books, articles and other documents.