Al-Fassel | 2025-11-26

The organization's backing of Bashar al-Assad's regime enabled widespread violence against civilians and undermined peace efforts.

Its military operations intensified regional instability, displacing millions and devastating communities.

Acting as a proxy for Iran, Hezbollah prioritized geopolitical agendas over Syrian lives, prolonging the war for strategic gain.

However, Hezbollah's role in Syria is rapidly diminishing, marking a significant setback for the organization and its Iranian patrons.

Loss of vital logistical corridors

The fall of the Assad regime in December 2024 marked a turning point for Hezbollah.

The organization lost key logistical corridors that connected it to its primary backer, Iran.

These routes were critical for the transport of weapons, supplies and funds that bolstered its military operations.

With an ongoing crackdown by the new Syrian government, Hezbollah's ability to sustain its military capabilities has been significantly weakened.

This logistical disruption has also strained its relationship with Iran, which now faces its own economic constraints due to international sanctions.

The loss of these corridors has not only hampered Hezbollah's operational efficiency but also exposed its vulnerabilities.

Once seen as a key player, the organization now struggles to project power beyond Lebanon, diminishing its regional influence.

Isolation and a crisis of legitimacy

Hezbollah's deep involvement in Syria has alienated it from regional allies and further isolated Lebanon.

Many Arab states, including Gulf nations, have distanced themselves from Lebanon due to Hezbollah's actions, exacerbating the country's political and economic crises.

Domestically, the organization faces growing discontent among Lebanese, who blame it for dragging Lebanon into regional conflicts and contributing to the nation's financial hardship.

Many citizens are now openly criticizing Hezbollah's role in perpetuating corruption and sectarianism.

The organization's claim to be the "defender of Lebanon" has eroded, replaced by accusations of prioritizing Iran's agenda over Lebanese interests.

This legitimacy crisis has weakened Hezbollah's ability to maintain its traditional support base, further isolating it on both the national and regional stage.

Economic and operational fallout

Hezbollah's intervention in Syria to support al-Assad's regime has come at a steep cost, with far-reaching economic and operational consequences.

The organization's military campaigns drained its resources, while sanctions on its financial network have further crippled its funding.

Lebanon's economic struggles have compounded these challenges, limiting Hezbollah's ability to provide for its members.

Hezbollah's role in prolonging Syria's suffering has come at a profound cost to its regional influence and domestic standing.

The loss of vital logistical corridors, increasing regional and domestic isolation, and economic challenges have significantly weakened the organization both militarily and politically.

This indicates that Iran is willing to abandon its proxies whenever it aligns with its agenda and demonstrates little concern for their well-being or survival.