Netanyahu and Khamenei want this war. Yet Iranians and Israelis have no reason to fight

Netanyahu and Khamenei want this war. Yet Iranians and Israelis have no reason to fight


For decades, the two states have been engaged in a shadow conflict, fighting each other over oceans and lands. Israel's awe-and-shock blows on Friday and Iran's quick response barrage of missiles have brought the war fully into the light. It is here now, with its ugly familiar face: Israelis and Iranians taking shelter from bombs and drones, some trapped under the rubble, some losing their lives.

Author: Arash Azizi


Published at: 2025-06-14 22:21:05

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