Twenty years ago, the US warned prematurely of the 'birth pangs' of a new Middle East. Now they have arrived in full force – and they will not end in Iran
Death destruction horror across the region made in the USA (with other imperialist countries notably Britain, France and Germany).
Israel is the proxy. It could be any one of a number of client states in the region Saudi Arabia etc. At its root is capitalism. The root of all evil. We can have socialism or barbarism. Only abolition of the nation state and a united international working class can deliver us from the monsters that will destroy us and the planet.
Passing on some comments I have received from those to whom I forwarded Jonathan's post:
"A good, albeit horrifying article.
I don’t really know how to deal with the current unfolding of this long planned continual crime against humanity. So many people I know just don’t seem to think it’s our problem here in our little peaceful part of the world- but it is. We are all involved at some level, and ignoring it is not an option." (Rosie)
"It’s just criminal
Trying to explaining to my Jewish American son who’s already being sucked in by the propaganda
So sad. " (Potaua).
"I totally agree with his analysis.
Interesting thing is, I think Israelis would also agree with the geopolitical part. The only difference being they somehow believe it’s justified" (Shaked).
"Thanks Geoff - great article. Posted David Hearst interview contained in the article on Kia Ora Gaza site:" (Roger).
"Kia Ora, Geoff.
Thanks for sharing this writing.
It’s comforting to see there are still some humane, smart people around who can offer these insights. Propaganda has always been an issue and is now taking us to a dark place.". (Rob)
These paragraphs are excellent excerpts for anyone who wishes to do a dive into Iranian history, and also other regime changes instigated by the U.S. and the U.K.
9/11 makes much more sense as an inside job given the history you refer to. As a decades-long death penalty trial lawyer, I know more about it than almost anyone but the perpetrators. Should be interested...292929@msn.com
"No one – apart from incorrigible racists – believes Iran would take the suicidal step of firing a nuclear missile at Israel, even if it had one."
And yet, we are to believe the Israelis suffer from no such compunction. "A feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows the doing of something bad."
The only reason the United States, the UK, and Israel have not formally declared war on Iran is the faint worry that Iran might actually possess an atomic weapon, and the ability to deliver it.
The Israelis have their "Samson Option." What option does Iran have, or any other non-nuclear country? Backed into a corner, we are all racists. Civilization is just a veneer over what the human race (the species), really is.
Israel needs to be nuked out of existence. The United States and the UK should be forced to watch, just before they too are nuked out of existence. Israel has given up their "right" to exist, as have the United States and the UK.
"This time there was no rationalising [sic] pretext, as there was for Israel to inflict a genocide in Gaza following Hamas’ one-day attack on 7 October 2023."
In fact, since Israel created Hamas to destroy the PLO, the resulting genocide of the Palestinian people can be placed directly at the feet of Israel, and no one else. Like the Palestinians, herded into Gaza, in the same way, and for the same purpose as the Jews were herded into places like Warsaw during World War II -- what is happening to Iran, and is about to happen to the whole world -- is just another rationalization.
"Rationalizations are more important than sex. Ever try going a day without a rationalization?" -- Woody Allen
As the interview with Marco Rubio shows, Americans know nothing about Iran or the Middle East. These are the people making decisions about fighting in this area. On one hand, it is ridiculous, but on the other hand, very dangerous and I'm scared. In relation to what Rubio says about God giving Israel to the Jewish people, Bob Dylan's song, "With God on our Side", especially the last line, is an answer to him.
for your incisive analysis/commentary exposing the charade of propaganda, lies and hypocrisy of these warmongers. John Pilger's 2010 documentary "the wars you don't see" reveals the same playbook of deceit used to justify the war on Iraq. Utterly despicable!
Thank you Jonathan. I have forwarded this article to a large number of friends who have responded with appreciation. Your work is always good. This one was a brilliant summation of a very troubling situation.
What good is it going to do to bomb the Fordow site anyway? Iran just announced today that they have already moved their enriched uranium stockpile to a secret place. (see article — copy and paste link below)
Iran Says Enriched Uranium Moved to Secret Sites Amid Israel Conflict:
Keep in mind that Iran has already recently offered to give up all of this enriched uranium, just like they did in 2015, in exchange for the same deal Obama gave them. They have 400 kilos of this 60% near bomb grade enriched uranium. They probably have already removed their most advanced centrifuges too from the Fordow site. What good will it do to bomb the site now?
Do we want 400 Kilos of highly enriched stuff moving around the ME on the black market for the next decade?
Death destruction horror across the region made in the USA (with other imperialist countries notably Britain, France and Germany).
Israel is the proxy. It could be any one of a number of client states in the region Saudi Arabia etc. At its root is capitalism. The root of all evil. We can have socialism or barbarism. Only abolition of the nation state and a united international working class can deliver us from the monsters that will destroy us and the planet.
Passing on some comments I have received from those to whom I forwarded Jonathan's post:
"A good, albeit horrifying article.
I don’t really know how to deal with the current unfolding of this long planned continual crime against humanity. So many people I know just don’t seem to think it’s our problem here in our little peaceful part of the world- but it is. We are all involved at some level, and ignoring it is not an option." (Rosie)
"It’s just criminal
Trying to explaining to my Jewish American son who’s already being sucked in by the propaganda
So sad. " (Potaua).
"I totally agree with his analysis.
Interesting thing is, I think Israelis would also agree with the geopolitical part. The only difference being they somehow believe it’s justified" (Shaked).
"Thanks Geoff - great article. Posted David Hearst interview contained in the article on Kia Ora Gaza site:" (Roger).
"Kia Ora, Geoff.
Thanks for sharing this writing.
It’s comforting to see there are still some humane, smart people around who can offer these insights. Propaganda has always been an issue and is now taking us to a dark place.". (Rob)
Brilliant analysis, puts our so called public service broadcaster to shame..
These paragraphs are excellent excerpts for anyone who wishes to do a dive into Iranian history, and also other regime changes instigated by the U.S. and the U.K.
Thank you.
9/11 makes much more sense as an inside job given the history you refer to. As a decades-long death penalty trial lawyer, I know more about it than almost anyone but the perpetrators. Should be interested...292929@msn.com
William Veale
"No one – apart from incorrigible racists – believes Iran would take the suicidal step of firing a nuclear missile at Israel, even if it had one."
And yet, we are to believe the Israelis suffer from no such compunction. "A feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows the doing of something bad."
The only reason the United States, the UK, and Israel have not formally declared war on Iran is the faint worry that Iran might actually possess an atomic weapon, and the ability to deliver it.
The Israelis have their "Samson Option." What option does Iran have, or any other non-nuclear country? Backed into a corner, we are all racists. Civilization is just a veneer over what the human race (the species), really is.
“International law” isn’t even an ass — it is a chimera.
The Melian Dialogue remains evergreen …
Israel needs to be nuked out of existence. The United States and the UK should be forced to watch, just before they too are nuked out of existence. Israel has given up their "right" to exist, as have the United States and the UK.
https://youtu.be/yZ9giPwPrZA
As an American Citizen, my vote (rigged as it is), is for the cinder.
The populations of these countries have no real idea of what is being done in their name by their elite oppressors. Restrain yourself! 😉
"This time there was no rationalising [sic] pretext, as there was for Israel to inflict a genocide in Gaza following Hamas’ one-day attack on 7 October 2023."
In fact, since Israel created Hamas to destroy the PLO, the resulting genocide of the Palestinian people can be placed directly at the feet of Israel, and no one else. Like the Palestinians, herded into Gaza, in the same way, and for the same purpose as the Jews were herded into places like Warsaw during World War II -- what is happening to Iran, and is about to happen to the whole world -- is just another rationalization.
"Rationalizations are more important than sex. Ever try going a day without a rationalization?" -- Woody Allen
"There is nothing in the desert and no man needs nothing." - T.E. Lawrence
The Lunatics have taken over: AGAIN. How does Israel keep getting away with such blatant fucking bullshit lies and propaganda??????
As the interview with Marco Rubio shows, Americans know nothing about Iran or the Middle East. These are the people making decisions about fighting in this area. On one hand, it is ridiculous, but on the other hand, very dangerous and I'm scared. In relation to what Rubio says about God giving Israel to the Jewish people, Bob Dylan's song, "With God on our Side", especially the last line, is an answer to him.
https://youtu.be/5y2FuDY6Q4M?feature=shared
Tell us what to do. Somebody PLEASE tell us what to do in this moment.
A message from "the heart of wounded and grieving Gaza"
https://electronicintifada.net/content/dont-ask-me-what-you-can-do-us-gaza/50749
Spot on as usual....thank you Jonathan
for your incisive analysis/commentary exposing the charade of propaganda, lies and hypocrisy of these warmongers. John Pilger's 2010 documentary "the wars you don't see" reveals the same playbook of deceit used to justify the war on Iraq. Utterly despicable!
Thank you Jonathan. I have forwarded this article to a large number of friends who have responded with appreciation. Your work is always good. This one was a brilliant summation of a very troubling situation.
What good is it going to do to bomb the Fordow site anyway? Iran just announced today that they have already moved their enriched uranium stockpile to a secret place. (see article — copy and paste link below)
Iran Says Enriched Uranium Moved to Secret Sites Amid Israel Conflict:
https://deepnewz.com/middle-east/iran-says-enriched-uranium-moved-to-secret-sites-amid-israel-conflict-ac29e93f
Keep in mind that Iran has already recently offered to give up all of this enriched uranium, just like they did in 2015, in exchange for the same deal Obama gave them. They have 400 kilos of this 60% near bomb grade enriched uranium. They probably have already removed their most advanced centrifuges too from the Fordow site. What good will it do to bomb the site now?
Do we want 400 Kilos of highly enriched stuff moving around the ME on the black market for the next decade?
And they probably moved the centrifuges and other equipment as well. But go ahead, US/Israel: drop a big bomb there if it makes you feel better.