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Doing so would put it on a collision course with its most important ally
Israel occupies southern Lebanon, escalating tension that threatens Trump's Iran nuclear deal and Middle East stability. Geopolitical instability affects energy prices, supply chain security, and tech sector compliance—shaping IT investment decisions for multinational firms.
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Iran’s most powerful proxy, though weakened, is still in the fight

Donald Trump calls on Iranians to rise up. War could quickly engulf the Middle East

But its main concern remains Iran’s ballistic missiles and nuclear programme

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Rivalries in the Iranian leadership could stymie a truce

Donald Trump’s deal with Iran leaves America’s ally without any strategic gains