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Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi pledged full support to Assad in a recent call, with Iran reportedly sending approximately 200 fighters into Syria overnight to join the fight. The Iranian foreign minister publicly expressed Iran’s commitment to assisting Assad in repelling the insurgent advance, emphasizing Iran's long-standing strategic interests in Syria.
Russia, another key ally of Assad, reaffirmed its dedication to stabilizing the country, with Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirming Russia’s involvement. These external interventions underscore the regional stakes of Syria's ongoing violence, which threatens to spill over into neighboring countries.