Once seen as a resurgent power broker in the Middle East, Russia under President Vladimir Putin is now facing a significant decline in its regional influence. Recent developments, including setbacks in Syria and diminishing sway over Iran, have exposed the limits of Moscow's strategy. Analysts suggest that Russia's attempts to reset its image and maintain relevance are falling short as local dynamics shift and rival powers assert themselves. The Kremlin's political leverage is now described as reaching near zero in key areas. This marks a dramatic reversal from just a few years ago, when Russia appeared poised to shape the region's future.
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