In this interview, Israeli security expert Zohreh Zahavi argues that the October 7 attacks and subsequent regional escalation reflect a broader confrontation between Iran and Western-aligned states. Zahavi describes Iran’s support for proxy groups including Hamas and Hezbollah, referencing financial backing, weapons transfers, and coordinated regional strategy. The article includes discussion of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), cross-border weapons shipments, and the concept of a “multi-front war.” Zahavi frames the conflict as ideological as well as military, asserting that Iran seeks to challenge Western influence and democratic systems in the region. The piece situates Israel’s security posture within a wider geopolitical contest involving state and non-state actors.