By Way of Proxy: Iran's Future War against the United States in Latin America
Abstract
Continued focus by the US on the Middle East since 2001 has come at the expense of Latin America. Partners in Latin America are frustrated by the low prioritization of the region and they are turning to those who will listen to them, particularly Iran. Iran's influence in Latin America is growing at the same time that American influence is waning and anti-American sentiment is growing. Compounding things, Iranian sponsored transnational terrorist group Hezbollah has established itself throughout Latin America. This combination of factors poses a threat to American interests and the stability of the region. Iran's cultural, diplomatic, economic and military penetration of Latin America demonstrates a rational, sequential process that places Iran in a favorable position to provoke US military involvement. In the past the US has intervened in Latin American affairs when its interests have been threatened. Therefore, it is plausible that Iran, by proxy, could incite US military involvement in Latin America in order to draw American attention and resources away from the Middle East.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 08, 2016
- Accession Number
- AD1178776
Entities
People
- Adolfo U. Gorbea
Organizations
- Marine Corps University