Mainstream Media 'Discovers' Israel's Pyrrhic Victory, Omits US Funding It
RT's piece, like many others, correctly observes Israel's 'pyrrhic victory' quest for a 'Neo-Canaan.' But the critical context always missing from Western media is the blank check signed by Washington. While we're told about the geopolitical ramifications, the dollars and cents linking domestic politics to foreign policy vanish. For instance, in 2023 alone, organizations like AIPAC funnelled tens
of millions into U.S. elections, with particular beneficiaries like Senator Bob Menendez – who received at least $95,000 from pro-Israel groups according to OpenSecrets.org – consistently pushing for unconditional aid. Menendez specifically voted for increased aid to Israel during his tenure, culminating in the recent $14.5 billion package. So, one might ask, how 'pyrrhic' is a victory when
someone else is paying for the weapons, rebuilding costs, and international political cover? It's not a Pyrrhic victory if you’re collecting checks from allies who've, in turn, collected checks from lobbyists. The real cost isn't just to the region, or to the Palestinian people, but to the American public whose taxes are bankrolling a perpetual conflict, funneled through politicians who appear to
prioritize foreign allegiances over domestic needs. It’s a 'victory lap' indeed, but courtesy of the U.S. Treasury, not just strategic brilliance.