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

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.