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Following the U.S. elections, the conversation also shifted to how international politics might influence regional developments. Dr. Moar noted that Donald Trump's election could embolden jihadist factions against Assad, who has historically been a key ally of Iran in a coalition aimed at undermining Israel’s existence. With significant victories against Iranian-backed forces in Gaza and Lebanon, Israel perceives itself as combating what Dr. Moar describes as an "Iranian octopus" threatening its security from multiple fronts.