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The Intelligence: Iran’s dangerous game in Gaza

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Hamas and Hezbollah’s Relation with Iran

Iran claims it had no prior knowledge of Hamas' breach of the Israel frontier, suggesting these groups do not operate by remote control. Since the killing of Soleimani, Iran has likely lost control over these proxies. The groups are armed, ideologically driven, and potential loose cannons. However, they must consider their own domestic contexts and the risk of alienating their sheltering countries. So far, the countries providing shelter to these groups have not responded positively. Syria's President Assad is reluctant to get involved as he is already concerned about Hezbollah's activities and lacks Russian support.

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