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Harmouch's Early Exposure
- Sara Harmouch, raised in Tripoli, Lebanon, witnessed Sunni-Shia militant group interactions firsthand.
- This sparked her interest in the relationship between Al-Qaeda and Iran.
Early Iran-Al-Qaeda Alliance
- In the 1990s, Iran strategically aligned with Al-Qaeda despite their Sunni-Shia divide.
- This tactical collaboration aimed to target the U.S. and its allies, prioritizing shared enmity over ideology.
Post-9/11 Shift in Support
- After 9/11, Iran's support for Al-Qaeda became more active, offering sanctuary and strategic planning.
- Al-Adil's involvement in the 2003 Riyadh bombing and the 2013 Toronto train plot, while in Iran, highlights Iran's support.