Representing Iran's Image on Egyptian and Algerian Media

The North African region holds strategic importance in Iran's foreign policy due to its substantial Muslim population and historical cultural connections with West Asia. Simultaneously, Egypt and Algeria exert considerable influence in the mass media landscape, impacting both the Arab world and the African continent. This research aims to analyze Islamic Republic of Iran's portrayal in Egyptian and Algerian media, focusing on leading news websites in these countries. Utilizing a qualitative approach, the study employs conventional content analysis of online media content featuring the keyword "Iran" from Egypt and Algeria between ۲۰۲۱ and ۲۰۲۴. The analysis centers on four key indicators: "Iran-West relations," "Iran’s relations with Arab countries," "Iran-Africa relations," and "Iran's internal affairs." The findings suggest a preliminary hypothesis that Iran’s image among African audiences lacks credibility, strength, and prominence. Enhancing this image, which is significantly shaped by Arabic and Western media narratives, necessitates strategic policymaking and effective planning.

کلیدواژه ها:

Media ، Iran ، Egypt ، Algeria ، Africa