Iran's 'forward defense' doctrine historically relied on the threat of multiple proxy fronts—such as Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Houthis in Saudi Arabia, and Iraqi militias against US bases—to deter attacks on Iran.

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• Person: Not available Organization: E-International Relations
  Iran at a Historical Crossroads - E-International Relations

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• Iran at a Historical Crossroads - E-International Relations www.e-ir.info E-International Relations via serper

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• Iran location
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• U.S. location
• Hezbollah entity
• Houthi movement entity
• Lebanon location
• Iraqi militias concept
• forward defense concept