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Mar 29, 2024 · Why does Iran outsource its conflicts? Although Iranian forces have been involved directly in wars in Syria and Iraq, Tehran has mostly fought its enemies abroad by proxy.
- How Iran Shapes the Mideast: Power by Proxy - The New York Times
Tehran has spread its resources widely, backing armed...
- How Iran Shapes the Mideast: Power by Proxy - The New York Times
Jan 4, 2022 · This article examines Iran’s ‘forward-defence’ strategy, in particular its deployment of proxy forces in the Syrian conflict. Iran’s expanded presence in regional conflicts is regarded by its adversaries as indication of hegemonic intent, while Tehran posits its regional posture as a defensive response to security threats.
Nov 10, 2023 · Qaani’s visits have been followed by more than 40 missile or drone strikes by Tehran’s proxies against U.S. forces in Syria and Iraq, with the objective of both testing U.S. redlines and ...
Jan 18, 2024 · SYRIA: Syria is a key transit route for Iranian proxies between Iraq and Lebanon. After the Syrian civil war began in 2011, Iran intervened to prop up President Bashar al-Assad, deploying...
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Sep 12, 2023 · By Ashley Lane. Since the 1979 revolution, Iran has built a network of proxies across the Middle East. As of 2022, Tehran had allies among more than a dozen major militias, some with their own political parties, that challenged local and neighboring governments.
Feb 24, 2024 · Amid the rising tensions, Tehran has not been able to avoid direct retaliation for its open support for its proxies and partners, and Iranian sites and personnel in Syria have been hit hard.
