The impact of mobile-centric social networks on the soft power of the Islamic Republic (with emphasis on Telegram, WhatsApp and Instagram)

today the importance of soft power of countries in achieving national goals and interests is undeniable . on the other hand , due to the changes in political arenas and communication revolution , soft power has become possible more than ever . in this regard , countries try to provide their national interests and goals in other countries by applying soft power and influencing public opinion and through it , together with the people 's masses of interest . soft power is considered as one of the pillars of international politics in the present era , and it can be found in efficiency , low cost and more success of soft power than the classic forms of power ( hard power ) . like other political units , the islamic republic of iran requires recognition , enhancement and application of soft power to improve its national power .this research seeks to answer the question that what impact on the soft power of islamic republic of iran on the soft power of the islamic republic of iran ? the author 's intuition in answering the above question is based on the assumption that mobile social networks , coupled with indirect influence of identity , interests , social relations and lifestyle of iranian users through cultural or ideological means influence the soft power of islamic republic of iran .