In a recent statement, Hassan Badia, an Egyptian writer and political scientist, described Israel's threats against Iran as suicidal, likening Zionist authorities to being even worse than Nazis. Badia's comments come amid escalating rhetoric and heightened tensions between Israel and Iran.
Badia's response was particularly pointed towards comments made by Avigdor Lieberman, the former Israeli Minister of Defense, who had suggested the possibility of a nuclear strike against Iran. "Lieberman's threats against Iran indicate a profound crisis within the Zionist regime. Despite the backing of the United States and NATO, Israel appears to be nearing a state of collapse," Badia asserted.
He further explained that such "hysterical" threats reflect Tel Aviv's deep-seated fears about Iran and the growing strength of the so-called "Axis of Resistance," particularly following Iran’s recent missile strike on Israeli-occupied territories. "The attack, which led to the destruction of two Israeli air bases, served as a harsh reminder to Tel Aviv of the consequences of underestimating Iran and its allies," Badia noted.
Israeli media has also reported on the challenges faced by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). According to sources, there is a significant shortage of resources and personnel, compounded by the psychological strain on soldiers, particularly those in the renowned Golani Brigade. These soldiers reportedly express fatigue from ongoing conflicts in Gaza and with Hezbollah in Lebanon, raising concerns about the army's readiness for future engagements.
Recruitment difficulties further exacerbate these issues, with the IDF resorting to social media and other online platforms to attract new enlistees. Many soldiers currently serving in Gaza are struggling to continue, while potential recruits are increasingly evading enlistment.
Parallel to these military strains, the Israeli government faces accusations of committing war crimes and genocide in Gaza. Regional analyst Abdulbari Atwan highlighted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's continued efforts to target Hamas military leaders. Despite multiple attempts to eliminate key figures like Yahya Sinwar and Mohammed al-Deif, these operations have largely failed, tarnishing Netanyahu's reputation further.
Atwan emphasized that these resistance leaders remain operational, prepared to wage a prolonged and costly conflict against Israel. He warned that the repercussions of Israel’s actions would be severe, with those responsible facing punishments surpassing those meted out to Nazi war criminals.
This analysis comes at a critical juncture, with geopolitical tensions and internal challenges casting doubt on Israel’s strategic stability. The situation remains fluid, with potential for significant developments in the near future.
