From Tehran’s perspective, Lebanon is not a secondary negotiating issue but a critical component of its long-term security strategy.

While limited and transactional cooperation mechanisms may emerge between Tehran and Riyadh, a deeper and more enduring strategic alignment between the two countries remains improbable in the near term.

Israel’s airstrikes aim to weaken Iran, create domestic chaos and gain broader regional dominance

Tehran seeks an exit from a potential crisis with the U.S., while Israel pushes preemptive options to guarantee its safety