Resistance wins media war against Israel during Gaza genocide, says Iran

Iran’s foreign minister announced the resistance front has won the war of narratives during the Gaza genocide, as evidenced by the Zionist regime’s unprecedented isolation and massive anti-Israel protests across the globe.

News ID: 5939

Date: 05 February 2025 - 10:35

TABNAK, Feb 05: Speaking at a conference in Tehran, the minister stated that since the beginning of Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, a significant media struggle has unfolded, with all sides striving to influence international opinion.

He noted that while the adversaries of the Resistance possessed significant media capabilities, they ultimately failed to dominate the narrative.

Resistance forces made a deep impact in the media sphere, aided by certain regional and international outlets.

“In this domain, the enemies of the Resistance did not achieve much success, while the Resistance movement, alongside their military operations in Gaza, Lebanon, and beyond, effectively leveraged media platforms. Several regional and international networks played a crucial role in amplifying its message,” he said.

The minister said the combination of extensive narratives and the sheer scale of crimes committed by the Zionist regime resulted in a global outcry.

“As images, videos, and reports of these atrocities circulated, coupled with worldwide protests and conferences, the international landscape shifted significantly. One could confidently say that the Zionist regime has never been as globally isolated and discredited as it is today.”

Araghchi further noted that although Israel has achieved some tactical military gains, these have been largely confined to the destruction of homes in Gaza and Lebanon. However, the regime has failed to accomplish its stated objectives or eliminate Resistance.

“Gaza a display of Resistance power”

The minister highlighted Israel’s severe reputational damage, stating that global perception of the regime has shifted from being merely a "child killer" to a "genocidal entity."

This shift, he noted, is so profound that even the International Criminal Court was compelled to issue an arrest warrant for the Israeli prime minister as a war criminal.

Many countries now refuse to host him, and some have even denied his aircraft access to their airspace, forcing him to take alternative routes during his recent trip to the US, Araghchi said.

Araghchi further emphasized the unwavering strength of Resistance.

"The image it has projected is one of a confident force that has withstood brutal aerial and ground attacks for over 16 months. It has now emerged stronger than ever, exchanging prisoners on its own terms while maintaining its position on the battlefield," he said, referring to the large-scale presence of Gaza’s Resistance forces during the recent exchange with Israel.

The Iranian minister said that this perception has sparked internal debates within Israeli society, where many now see themselves as defeated.

“Bombs cannot defeat Resistance”

Addressing the military aspects of the war in Gaza and Lebanon, Araghchi said despite suffering attacks, Hezbollah has maintained its operational strength.

He said the group continues to hold its ground in southern Lebanon, demonstrating resilience that prevented Israel from achieving the territorial gains it had secured during the 2006 war.

While acknowledging the losses suffered by Resistance in Gaza, Lebanon, and beyond, Araghchi reiterated that Resistance is not merely a movement but an ideology, one that cannot be eradicated through bombings or massacres.

He said despite repeated efforts to disarm Resistance, its greatest weapon is not conventional arms but the sacrifice of its martyrs.

Concluding his speech, Araghchi said the Resistance forces must rebuild and apply lessons learned from the recent conflict.

"I am confident they will return stronger than before. This is not the first time Hezbollah has lost a leader, yet each time, it has emerged more powerful."