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Amidst the growing escalation between Iran and the Israeli occupation, a striking approach has emerged from Lebanese political writer and journalist Qassem Kassir. He addresses what he describes as the “importance of the battle of awareness” in this conflict whilst highlighting the media, political, and moral dimensions of this ongoing confrontation.
Open Battle on All Fronts
Kassir believes that “Iran is currently engaged in a direct confrontation with the Israeli occupation, which began after a clear and explicit Zionist aggression against its territory, without any legal or political justification, but rather as a joint American-Israeli decision aimed at curbing the Iranian nuclear project on the one hand, and undermining its regional presence, which supports resistance movements, on the other.”
In a statement received by Quds Press, Kassir goes further. He believes “this escalation may conceal deeper strategic objectives, including the effort to overthrow the Islamic regime in Iran and restore the pro-Western monarchy, which has long been a base of support for the United States and the Zionist entity in the region.”
The author asserts “the current conflict does not allow for equivocal positions or neutrality. Iran’s defeat, as he puts it, means “the fall of the Arab and Islamic region under the hegemony of the Zionist project.” This explains the declared—and even silent—positions of many Arab and Islamic countries rejecting the aggression, despite political differences or alignments with the United States.”
Battle of Awareness: Duty of The Stage
In confronting the media disinformation war, Kassir focuses on the “importance of awareness” at this stage, warning against being drawn into Israeli narratives or inaccurate news. He emphasizes the need to obtain reliable information from its sources, whether from the Iranian side or the enemy’s media, but with an informed and non-hasty analysis.
The author emphasizes that “high morale” is part of the confrontation. Despite the legitimate recognition of losses or weaknesses, awareness of the nature of the conflict, its continuity, and the possibility of it transforming into a regional or even international war, requires in-depth reading and a clear position.
Qasir concludes by emphasizing the importance of trusting the Iranian leadership and believing that “God supports those who support Him.” He places this confrontation within a holistic and political framework, requiring awareness and long-term preparation.
Tensions between Iran and the Israeli occupation have been escalating for years, against the backdrop of Iran’s nuclear program and Iranian support for the resistance in Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria. However, recent months have witnessed a qualitative development in the nature of the confrontation, with direct military operations being carried out, most notably the Israeli attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus and Tehran’s unprecedented response by bombing the occupied territories last April.
Observers agree that the region has entered a new phase of open conflict, one that is being decided not only on the battlefield, but also in the media, public opinion, and the collective consciousness of the nation.
Since dawn on Friday, the occupying state, with tacit support from the United States, launched a massive attack on Iran with dozens of fighter jets, dubbed “Rising Lion.” During the attack, it bombed nuclear facilities and missile bases in various areas, assassinating prominent military leaders and nuclear scientists.
On the evening of the same day, Iran launched an operation dubbed “True Promise 3,” responding to the attack with a series of ballistic missile and drone strikes. The number of these strikes has so far reached six, according to Hebrew media. These strikes have resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries, as well as significant material damage to buildings and vehicles.
