Which statement best describes Iran’s approach to Syria?

• A. Iran tries to consolidate its influence in Syria and arm Hezbollah.
• B. Iran seeks to reduce its influence in Syria and dissolve Hezbollah.
• C. Iran avoids involvement in Syrian affairs.
• D. Iran is neutral toward Syria and Hezbollah.

Answer: (A)

Iran has pursued expanding its influence in Syria by backing the Assad government and supporting Hezbollah as a major proxy. The deployment of Iranian Revolutionary Guard advisers, military units, and militias in Syria, along with ongoing military coordination and arms support to Hezbollah, shows a clear effort to strengthen Tehran’s reach in the region. This fits a strategic aim of securing a corridor of influence from Iran through Syria to Lebanon and building regional power to counter rivals.

Options that suggest reducing influence, dissolving Hezbollah, avoiding involvement, or remaining neutral don’t align with these actions, which reflect a consistent, active policy of deepening Iran’s role in Syria and with Hezbollah rather than stepping back.