GAZA (Gerakan Akhir Zaman) – The conflict between India and Pakistan has once again captured global attention following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which claimed 26 lives. In response, India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting nine locations identified as terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. While India describes this operation as measured and non-escalatory, Pakistan is working to shape global opinion by portraying the attacks as strikes on civilian areas.
However, this conflict is not just about military action—it is also a battle of narratives and diplomacy. India appears to be increasingly mastering the art of narrative control, a strategy long employed by Israel in managing its international stance regarding Palestine.
Controlling the Narrative: Lessons from Israel
Israel has successfully employed communication strategies that allow it to shape global perceptions of its conflict with Palestine. These tactics involve several key aspects:
- Justifying Military Action Through Terrorism
Israel often frames its military operations as counterterrorism measures, making them appear as defensive actions rather than aggression. India is adopting a similar approach by linking Pakistan to terrorist activities, ensuring that its military operations are perceived as anti-terrorism efforts rather than acts of war. - Swift and Strategic Diplomacy
Following Operation Sindoor, India immediately reached out to major global players such as the United States, United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Russia, ensuring that Pakistan’s narrative does not dominate international discourse. Israel uses a similar approach, securing diplomatic backing before opponents can influence the global conversation. - Media Control to Shape Perception
India is increasingly restricting media access and guiding news narratives to align with its official stance. Israel has long controlled the narrative surrounding its military actions in Gaza and the West Bank, ensuring international media focuses more on its security concerns rather than civilian casualties. - Leveraging Influence in International Forums
Pakistan attempted to bring this issue to the UN Security Council, but faced tough questions from council members, including China. Like Israel, India understands that maintaining strong allies in global institutions prevents its opponents from steering the discussion.
India’s approach to narrative control is not just shaping its conflict with Pakistan—it has broader implications:
1. Effects on Civilians
Beyond official statements and diplomatic maneuvering, civilians in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir bear the real consequences of military operations. Similar to how Palestinian communities suffer from clashes between Israel and Hamas, residents in disputed areas now face the uncertainty brought by India’s strategic actions.
At the same time, in India, successful narrative management may strengthen nationalism but also deepen anti-Pakistan sentiments, potentially fueling long-term regional instability.
2. Responses from Major Powers
Just as Israel continues to receive unwavering support from the U.S. in its Palestinian conflict, India is actively securing backing from key global players. Washington, London, and Riyadh seem to align with India’s stance, citing Pakistan’s responsibility in controlling terrorist activities within its borders.
3. Long-Term Effects on Regional Diplomacy
If India continues to perfect its narrative strategy, Pakistan may find itself increasingly marginalized in global diplomacy. In recent years, Pakistan has struggled to convince the world of its position in this ongoing conflict, particularly given its challenges in handling militant groups within its territory.
Israel has strengthened its global standing through structured communication strategies, and now India appears to be adapting similar tactics to bolster its position in its long-standing conflict with Pakistan.
India is proving that in modern warfare, military power alone is not enough—controlling the narrative is essential to shaping how the world perceives a conflict. With an approach similar to Israel’s, India is reinforcing its global position. However, the real question remains:
Will this strategy lead to a lasting resolution, or will it only prolong regional tensions?
Is it true that this only creates peace in the region or do they intend to wipe out Muslims from the world?
