Iran supports regional groups like Hezbollah and Hamas, while Europe imposes sanctions and Houthis threaten maritime trade routes.
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Iran supports regional groups like Hezbollah and Hamas, while Europe imposes sanctions and Houthis threaten maritime trade routes.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Iran's proxy network (Hamas, Houthis, Hezbollah) operates alongside Iran's developing missile and nuclear capabilities, with Iran threatening Europe.Sub-event
Europe imposes sanctions on Tehran amid Houthis threats to maritime trade routes.1 source
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The entities involved
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Hezbollah
Iranian-backed Shia Islamist political party and armed organization in Lebanon
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Hamas
Palestinian Islamist political and military organization
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Houthis
Yemeni Islamist organization
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