Abandoning a long-standing reticence, Iranians are increasingly candid about their involvement in Syria's war, and informal recruiters are now openly calling for volunteers to defend the Islamic Republic and fellow Shi'ites against Sunni militants.
With public opinion swinging behind the cause, numbers of would-be fighters have soared far beyond what Tehran is prepared to deploy in Syria, according to former fighters who spoke to Reuters, and commanders quoted by Iranian media.
Iran has been sending fighters to Syria since the early stages of the five-year war to support its ally, President Bashar al-Assad, in the struggle against Sunni rebels backed by Gulf Arab states and Western powers.
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WNU Editor: This is a huge shift for Iran .... my guess is that they also realised that they could no longer keep it secret.
More News On Iran's Involvement In The Syrian War
Iran President Hassan Rouhani Urges Political Resolution to Syrian War -- NBC
Iran to spare no help to Syria in anti-terror fight: Deputy FM -- Press TV
Iran, Turkey determined to fight terror in Iraq, Syria -- Trend News Service
UN Chief Seeks Iranian Support in Resolving Syrian, Yemeni Crises – Statement -- Sputnik
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