Iran has backed Hezbollah’s efforts to avoid an all-out war with Israel despite consistent Israeli escalation and threats.
Hezbollah doesn’t want a war with Israel and Iran agrees.
The potential for such US or Israeli airstrikes is among the most significant reasons Iran wants to avoid a broader conflict.
Tehran has already restrained its Iraqi proxies, is working to help Hezbollah climb down and avoid a devastating Israeli attack.
And Iran is probably urging the Houthis to take great care not to kill Americans or otherwise go too far.
Persons:
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Gulf States Institute, Israel, CNN, Washington, Radwan Force, Iranian
Locations:
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