Looking For Justifications Behind Israel's Attack On Iran

Imagine, for a moment, that Country A instigated an illegal assault on Country B without cause. In an objective world, you would anticipate news coverage to state: “Country A Executes Illegal Attack on Country B.” However, the situation differs in the case of Israel, which benefits from a unique relationship with the United States, influencing its media portrayal. Following Israel's attack on Iran last Friday, where civilians and military personnel were casualties, the narrative emerged portraying the assault as justified. The Associated Press referred to this as a “preemptive strike,” downplaying civilian fatalities, as evidenced in their reports. As the death toll of Iranian civilians, including a young poet, rose, media narratives persisted in legitimizing Israel's actions without addressing the overarching implications of its military strategy, particularly during ongoing diplomatic engagements. The mainstream media has hesitated to question Israel’s justification for such actions, instead focusing on the Iranian government's failures to protect its citizens amidst these destructive strikes.