Home Analysis Four Maps That Explain Iran’s Place in the Middle East AnalysisRegional DirectoryMiddle East and North Africa Four Maps That Explain Iran’s Place in the Middle East By GPF Team - October 11, 2016 430 Oct. 10, 2016 The country’s geography limits its ability to project power externally. This article is for subscribers only Join thousands of readers who rely on GPF for clear-eyed geopolitical analysis. $89 per year Save 18% vs. monthly ✓Full access to all daily analysis & forecasts ✓George Friedman's geopolitical insights ✓2026 Forecast & Special Collection on the Middle East ✓100% reader-supported Subscribe Now 30-day money-back guarantee Already a subscriber? Log in RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR Analysis Daily Memo: EU Announces New Sanctions on Russia Analysis Arabian Peninsula Security Beyond the Iran War Analysis Daily Memo: Developments in the Middle East Latest Posts Japan, Australia and a New Regional OrderFREE Analysis George Friedman - April 20, 2026 Continue to the category Daily Memo: EU Announces New Sanctions on Russia Analysis Geopolitical Futures - April 24, 2026 China Faces Growing Internal Pressure Analysis Geopolitical Futures - April 24, 2026