Iran's 'Axis of Resistance' faces trial by fire as Israel-Hamas war deepens divisions and threatens Europe

Iran's "Axis of Resistance," a military alliance built over four decades to oppose Israeli and American power in the Middle East, is facing a trial by fire as it mobilizes on multiple fronts. Iran's supreme leader has made it clear that while they will continue to support Hamas politically and morally, they will not directly intervene in the conflict with Israel. Hezbollah, another member of the alliance, was taken by surprise by Hamas' recent assault and has been engaged in heavy clashes with Israel. The conflict is testing the limits of the regional coalition, as each member has differing priorities and domestic challenges. The United States is keen to avoid further escalation and has conducted retaliatory strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq and Syria.