YEREVAN. – Iran is unlikely to launch hostilities directly on the side of Syria if a war breaks out, political analyst Alexander Markarov said.

“It is too early to say with confidence that hostilities will break out in Syria.  However, in the event of hostilities, they can move from the local to the neighboring country. Iran understands that it may be the next target after Syria. But, the Islamic Republic is likely not to interfere into immediate military actions,” Markarov said.

Western policy in the Middle East to some extent is affecting Armenia, he added. However, the Western countries will hardly present claims because of continuation of cooperation with Iran.

“We all understand the geopolitical situation in which Armenia appeared. Cooperation with Iran is necessary. On the other hand, cooperation is conditioned by our foreign policy priorities,” he noted.