How Syria should help Yemen

Syria should focus on strengthening its own security, economy, and borders rather than sending troops to intervene in Yemen, according to recent proposals. Diplomats suggest that Syria could offer incentives such as financial support, air cover, weapons, and intelligence cooperation to Lebanon, but Damascus decided to prioritize border security, halting the flow of weapons and fighters, and enhancing cooperation with international and Lebanese institutions instead.

The article highlights the importance of Syria's upcoming meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, which could lead to the restoration of Iraqi oil routes through Syria and the development of energy networks. Similarly, Syria could improve border crossings, energy, gas, and transport networks in Lebanon to establish a new relationship distinct from the previous period of Syrian control.

The author argues that Syria should break away from its alignment with Iran, cut off supply lines and channels of influence, and build a network of shared interests with Iraq and Lebanon. This approach could change the regional environment, bolstering security in the Gulf and Red Sea, and limiting Iran's ability to coordinate its influence across the region.