Iran ‘s heavyweight absence hangs over Syria talks

By LEE KEATHZEINA KARAM

Published January 23, 2014 11:25am ET

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Iran ‘s heavyweight absence hangs over Syria talks — Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, gestures as speaks during a session of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Thursday, Jan. 23, 2014. Leaders gathered in the Swiss ski resort of Davos have made it a top priority to push to reshape the global economy and cut global warming by shifting to cleaner energy sources. (AP Photo/Michel Euler) | Michel Euler

MONTREUX, Switzerland (AP) — It’s the regional heavyweight that few want at the table, but without it any attempt to end the Syria war may be futile. Iran’s backing is crucial for President Bashar Assad’s hold on power — and for the Iranians, Syria is key to their aspirations of regional power.

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