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Will Al-Qaeda Actually Fight for Iran?

Al-Qaeda has long used Iran as a sanctuary, and its central command recently issued a jihad declaration targeting U.S. and Israeli forces in the Middle East. The group now claims it will attack U.S. aircraft carriers and other regional assets, signaling a possible operational tie‑in with Tehran. Analysts estimate Al-Qaeda and its affiliates field roughly 25,000 fighters, far larger than its 9/11‑era strength. Iran’s backing offers the network logistical depth while providing Tehran plausible deniability against Western targets.