After nearly six months of conflict in Gaza, the possibility of an escalation of conflict looms as Monday's strike in Damascus, blamed on Israel, targeted the Iranian consulate. This recurring question since October 7 also raises questions about intentions, priorities and regional actors, from Iran to Lebanese Hezbollah via the Houtis of Yemen.

Who is interested in climbing? Who contains it? And for what purpose? Christophe Ayad, senior reporter and author of “Géopolitics du Hezbollah” (PUF editions), sheds light on these issues.