The Ayatollahs chanted “Death to Israel” - and now a so-called “mediator” is echoing the same lan...
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Ambassador Yechiel (Michael) Leiter is a former Israeli diplomat and outspoken advocate for Israel, known for his direct and confrontational style on social media addressing Iran and anti-Israel rhetoric. His posts often blend diplomacy with strong pro-Israel messaging, drawing from his extensive experience in international relations. Leiter's credibility stems from his official roles, though his commentary is partisan and reflects a staunchly pro-Israel perspective.
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The post criticizes Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar (referred to as 'Mr. Asif'), accusing him of echoing Iranian Ayatollahs' 'Death to Israel' chants while posing as a mediator in Israel-Iran tensions. It references recent events following the Israeli airstrike that killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei last week, amid ongoing escalations including chants at global vigils and Iranian ceremonies[1][2][3]. Key themes include rejection of anti-Israel rhetoric, assertion of Israel's permanence, and dismissal of biased mediators in the escalating Middle East conflict.
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This content is trending due to the fresh fallout from Ayatollah Khamenei's death in an Israeli strike, sparking 'Death to Israel' chants at NYC vigils, Hajj ceremonies, and Tehran rallies, amplifying global tensions[1][2][3][4]. The timing aligns with counter-protests and diplomatic reactions, making Leiter's sharp rebuke of a supposed mediator highly shareable amid polarized Israel-Iran discourse. Heightened media coverage of these events boosts visibility on platforms like X.
💡Fun Facts
- 1Ayatollah Khamenei's death in an Israeli airstrike in Tehran prompted 'Death to America, Death to Israel' chants at a small NYC vigil with keffiyehs, candles, and Iranian flags[1][2].
- 2Counter-protesters in NYC waved American, Israeli, and pre-1979 Iranian flags, chanting 'USA' and 'death to the terrorist' in response[1][4].
- 3Iranian pilgrims chanted the same slogans during the Hajj 'Disavowal of Polytheists' ceremony in Saudi Arabia, a ritual tied to post-1979 revolution politics[3].
- 4The 1987 Hajj version of this ceremony led to over 400 deaths in clashes with Saudi forces[3].
- 5Vigils praised groups like Hamas and Hezbollah, designated as terrorists by the US, and featured Hezbollah flags[4].
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‘Death to America, death to Israel’ chants at NYC Khamenei vigil before brawl erupts in Washington Square Park
Protesters honoring Iran’s slain supreme leader in Manhattan chanted anti-US and anti-Israel slogans before violence broke out when a counter-protester tore down a poster of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, prompting a beating and police intervention
https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/protesters-chant-death-to-america-death-to-israel-at-nyc-vigil-for-khamenei/
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https://combatantisemitism.org/cam-news/death-to-america-death-to-israel-pro-khamenei-vigil-held-in-new-york-city/
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