Further, the professor addresses the fragile but improving relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia amid U.S. attempts to prevent rapprochement in the region. They anticipated the snapback sanctions and chose a path that would place political responsibility on Europe while preserving Iran’s position internationally. ️ Hezbollah’s Enduring Role in Regional Resistance: Hezbollah is portrayed as a uniquely resilient and principled actor within Lebanon and the broader resistance axis. Their support for Iran not only shields it from some international pressures but also signals a multipolar world order where Western sanctions and diplomatic isolation become less effective tools. Iran’s military advancements, especially in missile technology, enhance its deterrence without crossing into nuclear weaponization, which remains a contingent option tied to existential threats.