Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Preface
Contents
Summary
Acknowledgments
Abbreviations
Chapter One: Introduction
Close but Not Exclusive Ties with the Afghan Tajik and Shia
Iran’s Political Role in Afghanistan
Iran’s Positive Economic Influence
Iran’s Anti-U.S. Policies in Afghanistan
Iran’s Military Aid to Afghan Insurgents
Popular Resistance to Iranian Influence
Water Disputes
Narcotics Challenge
Refugee Issues
Chapter Three: Iran and Other Powers in Afghanistan
Iran and Pakistan
Iran and India
Iran and Russia
The China Factor
Chapter Four: Conclusion and Implications for the United States
References