Archive · 20 Jun 2025
Iran's Allies: 'Axis of Resistance' Silent Amid Israeli Conflict
Iran has a group of allies, called the 'Axis of Resistance', who usually help it.
This group includes groups like Hezbollah, but they are not actively participating in the current conflict with Israel.
This alliance was formed in early 2000, with roots in 1980s.
Russia and China, who are also Iran's allies, are speaking out against Israel.
Pakistan also disagrees with Israel, but is not helping Iran militarily.
Iran's allies, known as the 'Axis of Resistance', are largely silent amid conflict.
The 'Axis of Resistance' historically included Syria, Hezbollah, Iraqi militias, the Houthis, and Palestinian groups.
The 'Axis of Resistance' formed in the early 2000s with roots in the 1980s, influenced by the US invasion of Iraq.
Russia and China, key Iranian allies, have condemned Israeli strikes.
Pakistan condemns Israeli actions but denies requests for military assistance to Iran.
- Who
- Iran, its allies (Axis of Resistance), Israel, Russia, China, and Pakistan
- What
- The 'Axis of Resistance' is largely silent during the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel.
- When
- Ongoing conflict, with the 'Axis of Resistance' taking shape in the early 2000s
- Where
- Middle East, specifically Iran, Israel, and surrounding regions
- Why
- Due to the ongoing conflict with Israel and a lack of support from its allies.
Iranian Allies
Israel and Other Nations
Impact on Regional Power
Iranian Allies
Maintaining regional stability through the Axis of Resistance
Israel and Other Nations
Experiencing internal conflicts and external pressure due to lack of support
- Axis of Resistance Members
- Syria, Hezbollah, Iraqi Shiite militias, Houthis, Hamas, Islamic Jihad
- Key Iranian Allies
- Russia, China, Pakistan
- Origin of Axis of Resistance
- Early 2000s, post-2003 US invasion of Iraq
- Pakistan's Stance
- Condemns Israeli actions, denies military assistance
