### Title: Iran Faces Stark Isolation Amid Regional Turmoil

### Summary: Following ongoing attacks from Israel and the United States, Iran finds itself increasingly isolated, with former allies in the region, including Hezbollah and the Houthis, failing to extend meaningful assistance.

As tensions rise in the Middle East, the Islamic Republic of Iran is experiencing an unprecedented level of isolation, reminiscent of its early years post-revolution. Just a few years prior, Iran was perceived as a formidable force, with allies and proxy militias exerting considerable influence across the region. Hezbollah in Lebanon was a powerful military entity, and the Houthis in Yemen were successfully disrupting international shipping routes.

Today, the landscape has dramatically shifted. Following a series of Israeli strikes and recent U.S. military actions, Iran's allies are largely unresponsive. Their silence speaks volumes, and despite public condemnations of the attacks on Tehran, nations like Russia and China have refrained from providing tangible support. Syria, formerly a critical ally under President Bashar al-Assad, has become irrelevant, further complicating Iran’s geopolitical stance.

The once-mighty network of Iranian-backed militias is also showing signs of strain. Hezbollah, which stood as Iran's most potent proxy, has not retaliated against Israel since the onset of these recent aggressions. Meanwhile, the Houthis have indicated they are prepared to increase their military activities in the Red Sea, but doubts remain about their ability to assist Iran effectively.

“This situation marks a significant breakdown in Iran's ability to influence the region,” commented Firas Maksad from the Middle East Institute. He highlights the stark reality that Iran's decades-long strategy appears to be unraveling under the current pressures. As the conflict escalates, the question remains: how will Iran navigate this newfound isolation while confronting existential threats to its regime?