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US intelligence officials: Iran lacks full control over proxy groups

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In recent developments concerning Iran's proxy groups across the Middle East, US intelligence officials have revealed that Iran may not have full control over these entities. This assessment contradicts the prevailing belief that Tehran exerts authoritative influence over these groups, which are driven by radical Islamic ideologies and committed to the destruction of Israel as well as launching attacks against US forces.

Among the prominent proxy groups associated with Iran are Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon, various militias in Syria and Iraq, and the Houthis in Yemen. However, according to the US intelligence officials, Iran's control over these groups might not be as extensive as previously believed.

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