Iranian and Sudia Arabia Relations 1979-2001 Political Studies

Abstract

This study tries to present details about the Saudi-Iranian relations on a political level during the period 1979-2001. the rise of the Islamic revolution in Iran in February 1979 was the big point in the relation due to the ideological approach adopted by Iran in its foreign policy. It was called “Revolution Export”. This has left a sort of tension in the region especially with the Saudi Arabia continued till the death of Khumani. Then, relations has become different and witnessed a remarked co-operation in all aspects after Mohammed Khatimi has reached the rule in Iran and signed a security agreement in April 2001.