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How 9/11 Helped Create Regional Clout for Iran

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Afghanistan category. Published on September 16, 2026 • Originally reported by Neil MacFarquhar. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
The American invasion of Iraq in 2003 paved the way for Tehran to dominate its neighbor and whetted its appetite to expand its influence across the greater Middle East.
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