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Lebanon and Palestine are frequently grouped together as primary theaters for Iran's 'forward defense' strategy and proxy network activities, as noted in [1], [2], and [3]. They are also consistently cited as central locations for regional conflict, humanitarian crises, and diplomatic efforts, as evidenced by [4], [5], [6], and [7].
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Opportunities for Collective Regional Security in the Middle East carnegieendowment.org 12 facts
claimThe violent escalation of hostilities across Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Yemen, and the southern Red Sea disrupted Saudi Arabia's modernization goals and exposed the country to risks such as the collapse of the Assad regime in Syria.
perspectiveRegional actors share a crucial interest in establishing a collective security framework encompassing Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq to prevent the cycle of conflict from endangering regional and global interests.
claimIran is likely to leverage its military, financial, and organizational assets to rebuild cohesion among its proxies in Palestine and Lebanon, reinforce factions in Iraq and Yemen, and adapt to the situation in Syria.
claimTo achieve his objectives in Palestine and Lebanon, Benjamin Netanyahu requires entities willing to accept unconditional surrender, which would allow Israel to consolidate control over Gaza, intensify settler activities in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, and dismantle Hezbollah both militarily and politically.
accountTürkiye participated in regional and international conferences to promote a ceasefire in Palestine and Lebanon, advocate for a two-state solution, and mitigate hostilities across the Middle East.
claimTürkiye engaged in regional and international conferences to promote a ceasefire in Palestine and Lebanon, advocate for a two-state solution, and mitigate hostilities across the Middle East.
claimThe outbreak of hostilities across Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Yemen, and the southern Red Sea diverted Saudi Arabia's focus from its modernization goals and exposed the country to risks such as the collapse of the Assad regime in Syria.
claimDespite strategic retreats, Iran is likely to leverage its military, financial, and organizational assets to rebuild cohesion among its proxies in Palestine and Lebanon, reinforce factions in Iraq and Yemen, and adapt to the situation in Syria.
claimTo achieve his objectives in Palestine and Lebanon, Benjamin Netanyahu would require the support of entities willing to accept unconditional surrender, which would enable Israel to consolidate control over Gaza, intensify settler activities in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, and dismantle Hezbollah militarily and politically.
claimIran and Israel have played central roles in perpetuating violence across Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Yemen.
claimIran and Israel have played central roles in perpetuating violence across Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Yemen.
perspectiveRegional actors share a crucial interest in establishing a collective security framework encompassing Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq to prevent the cycle of conflict from endangering regional and global interests.
After the War: Rethinking Regional Security in the Middle ... arab-reform.net 3 facts
accountDuring his 2023 address to the UN General Assembly, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu displayed a map of a 'new Middle East' that erased Palestine and sidelined Lebanon, Syria, Oman, Yemen, and Iraq.
procedureThe author proposes a three-phase process for regional security in the Middle East: first, a functional regional security forum on air defense, maritime security, and infrastructure protection; second, coordination on conflict files including Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, Sudan, Yemen, and Libya; and third, institutionalizing an economic pillar for reconstruction and trade.
claimThe economic model for the Middle East prioritized corridors linking the Gulf, Israel, and Europe, benefiting Tel Aviv and Dubai while treating the Levant (Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan) as a security problem to be bypassed or bombed rather than rebuilt.
The crises in the Middle East: reshaping the region's geopolitical ... link.springer.com 2 facts
claimSaudi Arabia and Iran are competing for regional leadership and influence in conflicts occurring in Yemen, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, and Iraq, which exacerbates sectarian divisions and undermines stability.
claimHizbulla and Hamas in Lebanon and Palestine, and Kurdish liberation movements in Syria, Turkey, Iraq, and Iran, have a crucial impact on the balance of power in regional rivalries.
A Region at Capacity: War, Displacement, and the Limits of ... mecouncil.org 1 fact
claimMassive population displacements have burdened host communities in Lebanon, Jordan, Syria, and Palestine, aggravating tensions with local populations and exacerbating political and sectarian fault lines.
Iran in crisis: the landscape after the Twelve-Day War - OSW osw.waw.pl 1 fact
accountSince 2023, Israel has been systematically dismantling the network of proxies maintained by Iran in Palestine and Lebanon.
Iran's Geopolitical Footprint: Regional Power or Global Contender? moderndiplomacy.eu 1 fact
claimIran supports various political and militant groups across the Middle East, including Hezbollah in Lebanon, Hamas in Palestine, and various Shiite militias in Iraq and Syria, to challenge the regional dominance of its adversaries.
Iran at a Historical Crossroads - E-International Relations e-ir.info 1 fact
claimIran's proxy network, which includes Hezbollah in Lebanon, Hamas in Gaza/Palestine, the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) in Iraq, and the Houthi movement in Yemen, has historically functioned as a 'ring of fire' to provide strategic depth and a buffer against direct conflict on Iranian soil.
Escalation in the Middle East | MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES msf-me.org 1 fact
claimMedecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) maintains a network of medical and humanitarian programs in Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Palestine, and Yemen, providing healthcare through hospitals, clinics, and mobile medical teams.