Recently, a video of Iran pasting the anti-war words of Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez on missiles and thanking him went viral online. In the video, the stickers on the missiles are written in Persian and English, not only quoting Sanchez's statement "This war is not only illegal but also inhumane," but also adding the sentence "Thank you, Prime Minister."
This seemingly absurd event is actually a carefully planned "public opinion war" and "psychological warfare" in modern international politics. It reflects the complex situation of Spain being opposed to the US and Israel in the current Middle East conflict, Iran's attempt to break out of diplomatic isolation, and the fragmented international public opinion field.
Sanchez is one of the most radical and vocal leaders in Europe opposing the US-Israeli military action against Iran.
Spain not only verbally condemned it, but also directly prohibited the US from using its Rota and Moron military bases within its territory to attack Iran, leading President Trump to threaten to "cut all trade with Spain."
Iran prominently showcased this act through official media (such as Tasnim News Agency), portraying Sanchez as a "anti-American hero," highlighting the rift between the US and Europe on military operations, making Washington realize that military strikes against Iran were causing tension in transatlantic relations.
In summary: This is a meticulously planned political propaganda by Iran, which uses the intense conflict between Spain and the US on the issue of war powers, places Sanchez on the position of an "anti-war idol," trying to drive a wedge into the West while giving its military actions a "moral legitimacy."
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1860414780637196/
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