Tehran under fire                                   Author – Mahir Ali

The article lays bare the deep-rooted hypocrisy, historical manipulation and power politics behind Israel’s unprovoked assault on Iran. With echoes of colonial scheming from a century ago, this war is more than a military standoff; it’s the manifestation of long-held ambitions for dominance. Israel possessing nuclear weapons for decades under Western silence, now cries foul over Iran’s unverified intentions. The West, as ever, turns a blind eye to Israel’s aggressions, painting Iran as the villain. This entire saga reeks of double standards, as the US, under Trump’s erratic leadership, flip-flops between distancing itself and claiming superiority through its military gear. While pizza orders near the Pentagon and empty bars hint at inside knowledge, Trump’s contradictory statements only fan the flames. Netanyahu finds in this war a golden ticket to sweep domestic crises under the rug and silence criticism of the Gaza genocide.

This editorial doesn’t just hold a mirror to geopolitical mischief but exposes the West’s convenient moral compass. Israel’s aggression, backed implicitly or explicitly by Washington, isn’t just about security but it’s about shifting narratives, regime changes and tightening its grip on the region. Meanwhile, Iran, despite its own internal flaws, stands isolated, with no powerful voice in its corner. The West’s selective outrage, its silence over the deaths of hundreds of Iranians, and its complicity in shielding a belligerent Zionist state paints a bleak picture of global justice. The real question that looms large: will Iran meet the same fate as Iraq, Libya or Syria? Or will this blatant bullying mark a new era of resistance against Western hegemony?

Overview:

This article critically evaluates Israel’s recent military offensive against Iran and questions its moral justification, historical motives and the West’s blatant double standards. It highlights how both Trump and Netanyahu are using war for political leverage, while the civilians of Iran pay the price. The article links the ongoing aggression to decades of manipulation and failed diplomacy, warning of dire consequences.

NOTES:

This article explores historical precedents such as the 1953 coup in Iran, the nuclear arms debate, the JCPOA agreement, and US-Israel relations. It reflects themes of power imbalance, neo-imperialism, global hypocrisy and the failure of diplomacy. it also indirectly addresses implications for Pakistan’s strategic posture and regional security.

Related CSS Syllabus Topics or Subjects:

• International Relations: Global conflicts, role of superpowers, regional security
• Current Affairs: US foreign policy, Middle East crisis
• Political Science: Regime change, diplomacy vs. militarism
• Pakistan Affairs: Implications of regional instability on Pakistan
• Essay: Double standards in international politics, decline of diplomacy

Notes for Beginners:

This article explains how Israel attacked Iran, claiming it feared Iran might make nuclear weapons. But Israel already has nuclear weapons, and no one questions it. The West especially the US supports Israel even when it kills innocent people. Trump says different things at different times sometimes saying the US didn’t help Israel, then saying the US makes the best weapons for Israel. This is confusing and dangerous. The writer says this war is not only about Iran and Israel but also about power, history and controlling the Middle East. For example, Iran was ready to talk peacefully, but Israel attacked before the meeting. The article shows how big countries say one thing but do the opposite when their friends are involved.

Facts and Figures:

• Israel launched an unprovoked strike on Iran on Friday the 13th
• The 2015 Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) was cancelled by Trump in his first term
• US military buildup observed near the Pentagon prior to the strike
• Trump turned 79 days before issuing war-supportive statements
• Hundreds of Iranian civilians have been killed in recent attacks
• US refused to sign the G7’s de-escalation statement
• Israel used the war to shift focus from the genocide in Gaza
• Mossadegh was deposed by US-UK intervention in 1953, paving the way for the 1979 Iranian Revolution

To sum up, This article isn’t just a commentary on current events; it’s a stinging rebuke of international hypocrisy, political deceit and the weaponization of global narratives. It urges readers to question the selective morality of global powers and reminds us that in war, truth is the first casualty and the innocent are the ones who bleed.

Difficult Words and Meanings:

• Belligerence – aggressive or warlike behavior (Syn: hostility, Ant: peace)
• Connivance – secret approval of wrongdoing (Syn: collusion, Ant: condemnation)
• Subdue – bring under control (Syn: suppress, Ant: liberate)
• Atrocious – extremely bad or cruel (Syn: brutal, Ant: kind)
• Squib – a short and disappointing result (Syn: anticlimax, Ant: climax)
• Regime – government in power (Syn: administration, Ant: anarchy)
• Complicit – involved in wrongdoing (Syn: guilty, Ant: innocent)
• Transcend – go beyond limits (Syn: surpass, Ant: fall behind)
• Hypocrisy – claiming high standards while behaving oppositely (Syn: insincerity, Ant: honesty)
• Mortified – deeply ashamed or embarrassed (Syn: humiliated, Ant: proud)