Researcher Issam Khoury outlines Iran’s historical involvement in regional conflicts and recent escalations, such as Hamas attacks on Israeli settlements. In response, the Biden administration conducted airstrikes targeting Iranian-affiliated groups, signaling a readiness to confront indirect Iranian influence.

The article suggests strategies for Washington, including expanding airstrikes on the Syrian-Iraqi border and supporting Arab groups to counter Iranian proxies. It references the “Parallel Zones Project” as a potential framework for restoring stability in the region.