Israel's 'Restraint' on Iran: A Strategy of Perpetual Threat, Not Peace
📰 THE STORY: RT, like other outlets analyzing the current state of play, suggests that Israel’s decision to avoid overt missile strikes on Iran is a strategic calculation balancing tough rhetoric with the risks of regional war, implying a rational, almost benevolent, decision-making process. 🔍 WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING YOU: Historical Context: The current 'restraint' is a strategic shift, not an
absence of aggression. Since the 1980s, Israel has engaged in a shadow war against Iran, including the assassination of Iranian nuclear scientists (e.g., Mohsen Fakhrizadeh in 2020), cyberattacks (Stuxnet worm in 2010), and numerous bombings of targets in Syria linked to Iran. This isn't newfound caution; it's a recalibration of a long-standing, often covert, offensive strategy. Double Standard:
When Iran warns of retaliation after a blatant violation of sovereignty like the April 1 attack on its consulate in Damascus, it's framed as 'destabilizing rhetoric' by Western media. Yet, when Netanyahu's government repeatedly declares Iran an existential threat – a claim he first made in 2002 that Iran was 'months from a nuclear weapon' and has repeated consistently for over two decades – it's
presented as legitimate security concern, justifying endless military aid. The narrative ignores that Iran has not initiated a war in over 200 years, while Israel has been involved in numerous conflicts since its inception. Follow the Money: The perpetual 'Iranian threat' narrative directly benefits the military-industrial complex and maintains billions in US aid to Israel. The annual $3.8 billion