During World War II, Stalingrad was one of the most fiercely contested battlegrounds between the Germans and the Russians. The city endured a siege for approximately five months. Historical sources detail the significance of Stalingrad for both the German and Russian forces. Strategically located on the banks of the Volga River, it was crucial for access to Azerbaijani oil. Originally known as Volgograd, Stalingrad was initially subjected to a full-force German offensive aimed at forcing its surrender. The German ground troops advanced slowly but steadily into the city, followed by relentless aerial bombardments intended to break the city's resistance. While a comprehensive analysis of the military strategies employed is beyond this article's scope, it's clear that the Russians developed a highly effective defensive strategy, primarily focused on mitigating the impact of German air superiority. After five months, the German forces were defeated. Hitler’s strategy of rapid advances proved ineffective in this battle, making Stalingrad a pivotal turning point in World War II.
Similarly, Israel has consistently employed rapid maneuver tactics in its conflicts with both Palestinians and other Arab states. Historical records show that during the British Mandate, Zionist groups used swift operations against Arabs, a tactic that continued from 1918 to 1948. These Zionist organizations conducted terror activities at an incredible pace, achieving short-term goals before shifting focus to propaganda efforts. All these activities were overseen by the Middle Eastern Department of the British Colonial Office. The necessity to shape European public opinion meant that the swift actions of these Zionist groups were crucial for propaganda success. This speed played a vital role in maintaining Britain’s pro-Zionist policies.
In contemporary discussions about Palestine, the longstanding "imperialist loyalty" of the West to Israel is a well-known fact, even if it is not always overtly highlighted. The existence of Israel, often explained through Jewish theology and finance, does not fully account for the West’s "imperial loyalty" to the state. Western powers, notably Britain, France, Germany, and the U.S., have always been the primary actors behind the scenes in Palestine. Zionist terror during the British Mandate and Israel’s post-1948 military strategies were both characterized by rapid actions. On one hand, these terror activities instilled fear among Palestinians, driving them from their lands. On the other hand, the narrative of Jewish life, rights, and victimhood was heavily promoted in Western public discourse to divert attention. Without the Colonial Office's consent in 1947, Palestine would not have been handed over to the Zionists.
Israel’s repeated genocidal actions in Gaza are neither isolated incidents nor new. After October 7th, Zionist Israel launched yet another rapid assault on Gaza, reminiscent of Hitler’s military tactics. According to Hamas spokesperson Abu Ubaida, the Zionist forces attacked Gaza from air, land, and sea with their usual swiftness. Had the Palestinian resistance been quickly subdued, Israel’s war crimes would likely have faded from memory over time, hidden by propaganda. However, this time, the Palestinian resistance proved incredibly resilient, disrupting the usual narrative. Consequently, the system that had worked so far failed. Israel and Zionism’s true nature, as well as the West’s imperial loyalty to Israel, became increasingly visible. The Western imperialism of the U.S., U.K., and Germany, among others, could no longer be concealed. The myth of European and Western superiority collapsed on the shores of Gaza.
Expecting a return to the pre-October 7th world is unrealistic. We are now entering a new era, and recognizing this shift is crucial. This fundamental change necessitates new ideas and concepts.
