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Russia and Syria are linked through Russia's long-standing military and diplomatic involvement in the country, where it acts as a situational ally to Iran [1], [2], [3]. Russia's strategic posture in Syria is a key factor in its regional relations with Turkey [4], its balancing act between Iranian and Israeli interests [3], [5], and its influence over the post-Assad political landscape [6].
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An Integrated U.S. Strategy to Address Iran's Nuclear and Regional ... carnegieendowment.org 5 facts
claimRussia works in unison with Iran in Syria, Iran is central to China’s Belt and Road Initiative, and Europe fears that conflict with Iran would exacerbate regional unrest and increase the number of refugees.
perspectiveRussia's primary regional concern regarding Iran is finding a balance between Iranian and Israeli interests in Syria, where Iran acts as a situational ally and Israel as a conditional friend.
perspectiveRussia acknowledges Israeli security interests but recognizes that Iran will not accept being excluded from Syria or allow its supply line to Hezbollah to be severed.
claimRussia considers Iran a situational ally in Syria and a candidate for joining the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
perspectiveThe United States should oppose Iranian conventional military buildups in Syria by interdicting weapons shipments, exposing Iranian behavior, assisting Israel in countering Iranian actions, and pressing Russia to diplomatically prevent such a buildup.
The EU between strategic autonomy and the transatlantic relationship esisc.org 1 fact
claimTurkey's future strategic priorities are complicated by its relations with Russia and its military posture in Syria and Libya.
5 key factors shaping Iran's foreign policy calculus mei.edu 1 fact
claimIran and Russia lack full convergence on regional issues, specifically regarding Israel and the post-Assad political future of Syria.