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Jonathan Schanzer: Iran’s aim is to complete the Shi’ite crescent and surround Israel

April 7, 2020

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Foundation for Defense of Democracies expert Dr. Jonathan Schanzer explains the strategic aims of the Iranian regime, including their quest for regional hegemony and plans to surround Israel with precision-guided munitions. He also discusses the current campaign to lift sanctions against Iran because of the coronavirus crisis.

Schanzer is speaking here at an Australia/Israel & Jewish Affairs Council webinar on April 3, 2020.

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