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Three-minute read<\/span><\/i><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In a frantic attempt to uplift the morale of its proxy forces and mask its deepening vulnerabilities, Tehran dispatched its Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi<\/a>, to Lebanon and Syria this week. This diplomatic mission, though presented as a show of strength, reveals a regime increasingly fearful of its strategic position in the region. Araghchi’s visit comes in the wake of severe military setbacks and diminishing influence over its regional allies, who have grown frustrated by the regime\u2019s inaction and empty promises.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n During his visit to Beirut on October 5, Araghchi met with Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati, reaffirming Tehran\u2019s support for Lebanon and its \u201cresistance\u201d movements. While state media highlighted these meetings as evidence of the regime\u2019s continued dominance, the reality is far more complex. Tehran has historically relied heavily on its IRGC Quds Force to manage these relationships, using military figures to signal strength and maintain control. However, Araghchi’s presence\u2014a so-called diplomatic face rather than a military one\u2014suggests that Tehran is keen to project an image of non-aggression, likely fearing that its key figures and proxies are being systematically targeted.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In recent months, the regime\u2019s proxies across the region have faced relentless attacks, leaving them increasingly demoralized and frustrated. Tehran\u2019s responses have been largely rhetorical, offering little tangible support to its embattled allies. This growing dissatisfaction was palpable during Araghchi\u2019s meetings, as many regional actors have felt abandoned by the regime, which has been slow to respond to their needs amid mounting pressure.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Masjedi is the field commander for the Iranian regime &has handled the situation in #Iraq<\/a> for the past 36yrs. All regime\u2019s proxy groups such as the Badr Brigade &the terrorist Hezb-ol-Dawa &certain Kurdish groups were under Masjedi\u2019s command and on his payroll. pic.twitter.com\/0U95WPYgJ5<\/a><\/p>\n — NCRI-FAC (@iran_policy) November 15, 2019<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n