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Iranians Supporting Bombings of Their Country – How Representative Are They?

Published March 21, 2026, 17:03
Iranians Supporting Bombings of Their Country – How Representative Are They?

The article examines the presence of Iranians supporting bombings in Iran in Western media and questions how representative they are of the Iranian people's opinion. It is pointed out that the selection of guests on television networks is suspicious, as research shows that the Iranian diaspora in the US is divided on the war, with a slight majority condemning military intervention. Furthermore, an Israeli propaganda operation through fake social media accounts is revealed. The article emphasizes that refugees often do not represent the entirety of the population of their country of origin, as they are usually defeated in political conflicts. The identity of refugees evolves over time and depends on specific political circumstances. Finally, it questions whether Iranians supporting bombings represent the people inside Iran.