Iran Foreign Policy 'On Its Knees' after Assad Syria Downfall

Iran Foreign Policy 'On Its Knees' after Assad Syria Downfall

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The video discusses Iran's foreign policy challenges, focusing on its struggles due to Israeli attacks on Hamas and Hezbollah. Tehran's response includes face-saving rhetoric and acknowledgment of being blindsided by military retreats. Khamenei accuses the US, Israel, and Turkey of plotting against Syria and vows to strengthen Iran's proxy groups. The potential impact of Trump's return to the White House on Iran's strategy is considered, along with Iran's influence in Iraq since the 2003 US invasion. The video explores Iran's strategic options and regional dynamics.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has primarily caused the Islamic Republic's political identity to be in disarray?

Economic sanctions by the US

Attacks by Israel on Hamas and Hezbollah

Internal political conflicts

Natural disasters

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Khamenei, which countries are involved in the plot against Syria?

Saudi Arabia and Egypt

France and Germany

US and Israel

Russia and China

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the 'axis of resistance' as referred to by Iran?

A trade alliance in Asia

A coalition of Western countries

A group of Middle Eastern monarchies

Iran's network of proxy groups

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event allowed Iran to exert influence in Iraq?

The Iranian Revolution

The fall of the Berlin Wall

The US invasion of Iraq in 2003

The Arab Spring

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Iraq's stance on involvement in the Syrian conflict?

Actively opposing Syrian government

Reluctant to get involved

Neutral and uninvolved

Eager to support the Syrian Army