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(Washington Institute for Near East Policy) Omar Abu Layla - Iran is working hard to establish itself in Syria socially and ideologically by strengthening its influence in pre-existing shrines while also building new ones, such as the shrine of Sayyida Zainab in Damascus. In Deir al-Zour, which has a Sunni majority, it has worked to change the very makeup of the region by attracting young people to its militias and attempting to convert youth through social benefits or via cultural activities. These include the Mahdi Scouts, Quran memorization courses, Persian language classes, and trips to its shrines. Iran has also sought to bring in Afghans, Iraqis, and other militia members from outside Syria. While airstrikes target specific Iranian military capabilities in Syria, confronting Iran's actual presence in Syria or limiting its penetration is a task that no external party is undertaking. If the U.S. truly wishes to limit Iranian military activity in Syria, it will ultimately need to help local Syrians address the Iranian issue. Otherwise, Iran will be left to build up a much more serious military and soft power threat in Syria. The writer, executive director of the independent Deir Ezzor 24 news platform, is studying for a masters degree in public policy at Princeton University.2022-09-15 00:00:00Full Article
Iran Exports Its Revolution to Syria
(Washington Institute for Near East Policy) Omar Abu Layla - Iran is working hard to establish itself in Syria socially and ideologically by strengthening its influence in pre-existing shrines while also building new ones, such as the shrine of Sayyida Zainab in Damascus. In Deir al-Zour, which has a Sunni majority, it has worked to change the very makeup of the region by attracting young people to its militias and attempting to convert youth through social benefits or via cultural activities. These include the Mahdi Scouts, Quran memorization courses, Persian language classes, and trips to its shrines. Iran has also sought to bring in Afghans, Iraqis, and other militia members from outside Syria. While airstrikes target specific Iranian military capabilities in Syria, confronting Iran's actual presence in Syria or limiting its penetration is a task that no external party is undertaking. If the U.S. truly wishes to limit Iranian military activity in Syria, it will ultimately need to help local Syrians address the Iranian issue. Otherwise, Iran will be left to build up a much more serious military and soft power threat in Syria. The writer, executive director of the independent Deir Ezzor 24 news platform, is studying for a masters degree in public policy at Princeton University.2022-09-15 00:00:00Full Article
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