Israel is cynically capitalizing on the Iranian protests to further its own interests, using the situation to whip up anti-Iran sentiment and justify another war in the region. Since the protests began over a week ago, powerful figures in Washington and Tel Aviv have been eager to portray a significant level of Israeli involvement, claiming that Israel's intelligence services are actively working with protesters on the ground.
The reality is far more sinister. The Israeli government and its allies intend to use the protests as a pretext for military intervention, painting themselves as supporters of Iranian freedom while simultaneously pushing for regime change in Iran. This cynical maneuver has been done before, most notably during Israel's 2006 war against Hezbollah, when it encouraged Iranians to rise up against the government.
Netanyahu's recent speech, in which he expressed his support for the protesters and claimed that Israel was "standing with them," was a clear example of this strategy at work. The same is true of other prominent figures, including U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, who wore a black "Make Iran Great Again" hat to make his solidarity with protesters look more like an endorsement of Israeli policy.
Despite claims from the Mossad that it's operating within the protests, there's little evidence to support this assertion. The agency has, in fact, issued public statements urging Iranians to press on with their demonstrations, even going so far as to claim that they're working "on the ground" alongside protesters. This is a brazen attempt to manipulate the narrative and create a false sense of unity between Israel and its Iranian opposition.
The Trump administration's response has been no less coercive, with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo posting on X a message that essentially says "we'll support you if you join us in our war against Iran." This is not just an empty slogan; it represents a clear commitment to regime change and the kind of military intervention that would have disastrous consequences for both countries.
As we watch this unfolding drama, it's essential to remember that the Iranian opposition abroad has been swayed by Israeli money and influence. In 2022, when protests broke out over Mahsa Amini's death in police custody, some prominent figures who had previously opposed foreign military intervention suddenly changed their minds, echoing pro-Israel slogans.
Now, as the protests continue, it's clear that these figures are being coaxed into supporting regime change by their Israeli benefactors. The question is whether they'll take the next step and collaborate with Israel in its plans to overthrow the Iranian government. The answer, so far, is a resounding yes β at least among those who have been bought off.
In summary, Israel's strategy in this crisis is transparent: use the protests as a pretext to whip up anti-Iran sentiment and justify another war in the region. By claiming that it's working "on the ground" alongside protesters, the Israeli government and its allies aim to obscure their true intentions β namely, regime change through military force.
The reality is far more sinister. The Israeli government and its allies intend to use the protests as a pretext for military intervention, painting themselves as supporters of Iranian freedom while simultaneously pushing for regime change in Iran. This cynical maneuver has been done before, most notably during Israel's 2006 war against Hezbollah, when it encouraged Iranians to rise up against the government.
Netanyahu's recent speech, in which he expressed his support for the protesters and claimed that Israel was "standing with them," was a clear example of this strategy at work. The same is true of other prominent figures, including U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, who wore a black "Make Iran Great Again" hat to make his solidarity with protesters look more like an endorsement of Israeli policy.
Despite claims from the Mossad that it's operating within the protests, there's little evidence to support this assertion. The agency has, in fact, issued public statements urging Iranians to press on with their demonstrations, even going so far as to claim that they're working "on the ground" alongside protesters. This is a brazen attempt to manipulate the narrative and create a false sense of unity between Israel and its Iranian opposition.
The Trump administration's response has been no less coercive, with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo posting on X a message that essentially says "we'll support you if you join us in our war against Iran." This is not just an empty slogan; it represents a clear commitment to regime change and the kind of military intervention that would have disastrous consequences for both countries.
As we watch this unfolding drama, it's essential to remember that the Iranian opposition abroad has been swayed by Israeli money and influence. In 2022, when protests broke out over Mahsa Amini's death in police custody, some prominent figures who had previously opposed foreign military intervention suddenly changed their minds, echoing pro-Israel slogans.
Now, as the protests continue, it's clear that these figures are being coaxed into supporting regime change by their Israeli benefactors. The question is whether they'll take the next step and collaborate with Israel in its plans to overthrow the Iranian government. The answer, so far, is a resounding yes β at least among those who have been bought off.
In summary, Israel's strategy in this crisis is transparent: use the protests as a pretext to whip up anti-Iran sentiment and justify another war in the region. By claiming that it's working "on the ground" alongside protesters, the Israeli government and its allies aim to obscure their true intentions β namely, regime change through military force.