Conflict as Leverage: Israel, Iran, and the Balance of Power

The reaction of Israeli and Iranian media to the conflict

Dear Readers and Subscribers,

To help you understand the bigger picture behind the latest clash between Israel and Iran, consider how both regimes are escalating the situation while their media outlets wage a parallel war to shape global narratives and secure domestic legitimacy.

Kommersant, a Russian newspaper, compiled contrasting narratives from both I…