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Iran maintains a relationship with Islamic Jihad by providing them with strategic support and arms shipments to challenge Israeli influence, as detailed in [1], [2], and [3]. This support is part of Iran's broader regional strategy to pressure Israel, as noted in [4] and [5].
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An Integrated U.S. Strategy to Address Iran's Nuclear and Regional ... carnegieendowment.org 2 facts
claimIsrael's threat assessment regarding Iran has evolved to include Iran's buildup of Hezbollah as a sophisticated proxy on Israel's northern border, as well as Iranian support for Islamic Jihad and Hamas.
perspectiveThe United States should support targeted maritime interdiction operations to intercept Iranian arms shipments to groups such as the Houthis in Yemen, Hamas, and Islamic Jihad in Gaza.
Iran's Geopolitical Footprint: Regional Power or Global Contender? moderndiplomacy.eu 1 fact
claimIran supports Palestinian groups, including Hamas and Islamic Jihad, to challenge Israeli influence in the region.