Question

In the Iran–Contra Affair, why were weapons sold to Iran, which was designated a state sponsor of terrorism in 1984? Check all that apply.

to support moderate factions in the Iranian government
to undermine communist influence in Iran
to help gain the release of U.S. hostages in the Middle East
to support Iran in the Iran–Iraq War
to try to gain influence in Iran

Answer 1

The weapons were sold to Iran in the Iran-Contra Affair to help gain the release of U.S. hostages, support moderate factions in the Iranian government, and try to gain influence in Iran.

Step-by-step explanation:

The weapons were sold to Iran in the Iran-Contra Affair for several reasons:

1. To help gain the release of U.S. hostages in the Middle East
2. To support moderate factions in the Iranian government
3. To try to gain influence in Iran

These sales were part of a covert operation by the Reagan administration to secure the release of American hostages held in Lebanon by Hezbollah forces. The hope was that the weapons sales would create goodwill with Iran and lead to the release of the hostages. Additionally, the sales were seen as a way to support factions in the Iranian government that were more moderate and potentially open to improved relations with the United States. Finally, by engaging in these arms deals, the U.S. hoped to gain influence and leverage in Iran.

Answer 2

I believe the answer is:
to support moderate factions in the Iranian government
to undermine communist influence in Iran
to help gain the release of U.S. hostages in the Middle East
to support Iran in the Iran–Iraq War
to try to gain influence in Iran

In the iran-contra affair, united states government directly influence the Iranian government in order to establish our national interest.
At that time, the united states government provide a couple iranian rebel groups with millitary supply so the groups that oppose our national interest wouldn't get into power.