Iran's Interventions in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen: Crisis and Resolution

Iran's interventions in the Arab region are prompting increasing concern due to their threat to regional stability. These expansionist policies impact countries such as Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen, jeopardizing security and peace. The Iranian regime’s interventions are not merely local crises but part of a systematic strategy to sow chaos and expand influence at the expense of regional peoples. From drug trafficking in Jordan to Hezbollah’s dominance in Lebanon, and the destruction in Syria and Yemen, Iran seeks to strengthen its regional influence, drowning the area in conflicts.

Iran’s Interventions in Jordan
In Jordan, the borders with Syria have become a corridor for drug smuggling supported by militias linked to Iran. Reports indicate the use of drones to transport drugs, threatening Jordanian society and increasing crime rates. Attempts to recruit cells to destabilize internal security are also recurring, placing continuous pressure on authorities. These actions not only threaten Jordan but also affect the regional stability that neighboring countries rely on to face economic and security challenges.

Hezbollah and Lebanon’s Deterioration
In Lebanon, Hezbollah, directly supported by Iran, plays a major role in worsening the crises. Lebanon once symbolized coexistence and prosperity, but it now suffers from chaos due to a militia serving Iranian agendas. Hezbollah continues to smuggle weapons through Syria, strengthening its military arsenal and obstructing disarmament efforts. In 2025, the Lebanese crisis deepened as the party continued to block the formation of an independent government, leading to institutional paralysis and unprecedented economic collapse.

Furthermore, Hezbollah’s attacks on Israel, initiated in October 2023, have prompted devastating Israeli reprisals that blame the Lebanese people. The transfer of cash from Iran via Beirut Airport to fund Hezbollah has also subjected Lebanon to international sanctions, increasing its isolation and the suffering of its people.

Iran’s Interventions in Syria and Yemen
In Syria, Iran has supported the Assad regime for years, prolonging the civil war and destroying the country. Even after Assad’s fall, Iran maintains influence through loyal militias, hindering reconstruction efforts and raising concerns about regional stability. In Yemen, Iran’s support for the Houthi movement with advanced weapons—highlighted by the interception of a weapons shipment in 2025—threatens Red Sea maritime security, impacting regional economies.

The Solution: Supporting the Iranian Resistance
Iran’s interventions will persist unless the ruling regime in Tehran changes. Policies of appeasement or external military interventions have not yielded sustainable results. The solution lies in supporting the Iranian people and their organized resistance to overthrow this regime. The National Council of Resistance of Iran, led by Mrs. Maryam Radjavi, offers a democratic vision through the Ten-Point Plan, calling for a secular state that respects human rights and maintains peace with neighbors.

This plan, which received broad international support—including endorsement by 560 British Members of Parliament in May 2025—represents genuine hope. The weakening of Hezbollah and the fall of Assad demonstrate that the Iranian regime is not as powerful as portrayed, making this a timely opportunity to support democratic change in Iran.

Conclusion
Iran’s interventions in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen threaten regional stability and the future of their peoples. The solution does not lie in failed negotiations or destructive wars but in supporting the Iranian people and their organized resistance, led by Maryam Radjavi. The Ten-Point Plan is the path toward a democratic Iran and the only way to ensure peace and stability in the region. The international community and Arab states must support this change to end this regional threat.

Dr. Sami Khater / Academic and University Professor