Abstract :
This paper argues that Iran’s struggle for obtaining nuclear technology may lead to a
new crisis in the Persian Gulf. As Iran offers its own reasons to have access to this technology,
the West has its own perceptions and fears. With a US major role, the emerging crisis may lead
to devastating impacts on the Persian Gulf region, the Middle- East the Islamic World and the
whole international system. To understand the situation and to manage a workable and
comprehensive plan for (negative) peace and stability, the paper explains the main
considerations in crisis management, describing the records of crises and relations between
Islamic Iran and the West. It suggests that the past 26 years of Western harsh policy toward Iran
has proved to be counterproductive and ineffective. It recommends that the combination of
security guarantee, economic benefits, support for the right to peaceful nuclear technology
and diplomatic negotiation can pave the way for non- violent, sustainable cooperation.
