Iran News: Syria TV Exposes Files Revealing Iran’s Infiltration in Syrian Security Forces and Use of Torture

Written by
Mehdi Oghbai

According to Syria TV, secret files have revealed the extent of Iran’s deep entrenchment in Syria’s security apparatus under the regime of Bashar al-Assad. These documents, discovered after the fall of Assad’s regime and the establishment of a transitional government led by Ahmad Al-Shara, expose Tehran’s extensive role in training and supporting Syrian security forces to maintain its influence in the region.

Iran’s Training Networks in Syria
The leaked documents detail the Iranian regime’s organization of thousands of training programs for Syrian security personnel, conducted by the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Between 2015 and 2018, an estimated 27,771 individuals were trained in various security and intelligence disciplines by the IRGC’s Unit 18050. These programs, held at sites such as the “School of Intelligence” near Damascus International Airport, ranged from basic security courses to advanced cyber intelligence and espionage training.

The files also highlight the presence of key Iranian figures, including an individual identified as “Haj Heydar,” who played a central role in coordinating these efforts. Meetings between Iranian and Syrian officials, as outlined in the documents, underscored Tehran’s commitment to supporting and expanding these training programs.

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Sectarian Tensions and Strategic Fallout
Following Assad’s fall, Tehran has reportedly sought to destabilize the transitional government in Damascus through sectarian provocations. According to Syria TV, these efforts include leveraging the extensive network of Iranian-trained operatives who remain in Syria, creating significant security challenges for the new government.

Observers have noted that these operatives, loyal to Iranian interests, represent a transnational threat with agendas extending beyond Syria’s borders. This destabilizing influence is seen as part of the regime’s broader strategy to compensate for the loss of its primary ally in the Middle East.

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The Impact of Iranian Influence on Syria’s Future
The transitional government faces monumental challenges in dismantling Iran’s entrenched security networks. Experts warn that without decisive measures, these operatives could serve as tools for Tehran to reignite instability and regain influence in Syria.

According to Syria TV, many observers emphasize that the transitional Syrian government requires significant international and regional support to counter Iranian interference. They argue that such backing is crucial not only for addressing immediate security concerns but also for guiding Syria toward stability and independence from Tehran’s destabilizing influence.

As Syria TV highlights, the clerical regime in Iran has not only been a destabilizing force in Syria but remains a broader threat to regional stability, further exposing its reliance on sectarian and terrorist tactics to maintain its influence.