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Hamas is explicitly identified as a key component of Iran's regional proxy network, which functions to provide strategic depth and a buffer for the Iranian state as described in [1], [2], and [3].

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5 key factors shaping Iran's foreign policy calculus mei.edu Middle East Institute 1 fact
claimIran's regional strategy of supporting proxy groups like Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis faces sustainability challenges due to shifting regional dynamics and heightened US pressure.
Iran at a Historical Crossroads - E-International Relations e-ir.info E-International Relations 1 fact
claimIran's proxy network, which includes Hezbollah in Lebanon, Hamas in Gaza/Palestine, the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) in Iraq, and the Houthi movement in Yemen, has historically functioned as a 'ring of fire' to provide strategic depth and a buffer against direct conflict on Iranian soil.