| ID | 137842 |
| Title Proper | Iran's strategy for saving Asad |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Terrill, W Andrew |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | For decades, Iran has supported the regime of Bashar al-Asad in Syria with military advisors, weapons, and both diplomatic and financial support due to Tehran's belief that a pro-Iranian government in Syria is a core national interest. In this regard, cooperation with Damascus has provided Tehran with a number of strategic advantages, which it is loath to surrender. More recently, the Iranians have also come to view Syria as a vital ally against the threat of the Islamic State in Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS). In this environment, the Islamic Republic will likely continue to bolster the Asad regime even if the Syrian civil war continues for years. |
| `In' analytical Note | Middle East Journal Vol. 69, No.2; Spring 2015: p.222-236 |
| Journal Source | Middle East Journal Vol: 69 No 2 |
| Key Words | Iran ; Syria ; Financial Support ; Islamic Republic ; Bashar al-Asad ; Diplomatic Support ; Strategy ; Asad |