Iran’s strategy to restore regional influence in Trump’s era

3 February 2025

IntelligenceNote

Summary

Iran is said to be currently focused on restoring some of its regional influence through several

strategic actions, amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s term, awaiting the possible reactivation of nuclear talks.

The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:

Iran’s strategy to restore its regional influence in Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq
The leverage Iran pursues enhancing in the Gulf region
Iran’s "double-edged sword" leverage card

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