Iran's Networks of Influence in the Middle East

The IISS Strategic Dossier Iran's Networks of Influence provides an understanding of how Iran builds, operates and uses this capability.

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Introduction 1. Tehran's Strategic Intent 2. Lebanese Hizbullah 3. Syria 4. Iraq 5. Yemen 6. Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait Conclusion Appendices: Key Individuals Iran Backed Militias Order Organising the Syrian Local Defence Forces