Iran's Proxy Forces Tread Carefully Amid U.S.-Israel Tensions

As tensions escalate between Iran and the U.S./Israel, Tehran's regional proxies are holding back from all-out confrontation for now. Analysts examine the strategic calculations behind this restraint.
Iran's regional proxy forces are continuing targeted attacks against Israel and the U.S., but have so far avoided full-scale confrontation, according to analysts and regional officials. This relative restraint suggests Tehran is treating these militias as a strategic reserve to be deployed if the current 12-day war further intensifies.
However, the cautious approach from Iran's proxies may also indicate breakdowns in command and control systems, as the Islamic Republic navigates the complex geopolitical landscape.
Source: The Guardian


