Iran’s Proxies to Fight to Maintain Influence in Iraq, Syria, and

Iran’s Proxies to Fight to Maintain Influence in Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon in 2022

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Iran-backed proxy militant networks played massive roles in Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon in 2021. On this episode of Overwatch, ISW Research Director Matt McInnis sits down with ISW Researchers Kat Lawlor and Zach Coles to discuss what Iran’s so-called “Axis of Resistance” may do in 2022. Kat and Zach will also offer insight into the challenges and opportunities facing the Iraqi and Lebanese governments.

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