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Iran's New Plan: Lost Gaza, So Take West Bank

Gatestone

5.9.24

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Iran’s support for Hamas in the West Bank is growing, raising concerns over the increasing influence of Iranian-backed terrorism and destabilization efforts in the region, threatening both Israel and Palestinian authority stability.

Original Article

The article argues that Iran is expanding its influence in the West Bank by supporting Hamas and other armed groups after losing control of Gaza. These groups, which oppose both Israel and the Palestinian Authority (PA), aim to create a new terror front in the West Bank. Israel's recent military operations are designed to counter this threat. The article also criticizes the PA for its failure to dismantle these groups, which compromises its own authority and security. Iran’s growing influence endangers both regional stability and Palestinian governance.

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