Winston, the editor of the Jerusalem Post news section, delivered an important message to the people of Iran at the fifth Novidi Institute conference on Iran, which traveled from Jerusalem to Washington: "I want them to know that they are not alone." He stated that his aim for attending this conference was to show solidarity with Iranians and to present Israel's perspective on recent developments in Iran.
Recent Developments and Changes in Discussions
Winston described this year's Novidi conference as "completely different" compared to last year and said that the developments in recent months in Iran have changed the topic and direction of discussions. According to him, since the events of January and the beginning of protests, the focus in these gatherings has shifted to important issues such as internet shutdowns, media restrictions, and the events of January 18 and 19. Winston believes that these conditions have increased the importance of such gatherings, and now there should be more discussions about Iran.
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Netanyahu's Speech and Message to Tehran
Another part of this discussion was dedicated to Benjamin Netanyahu's speech at the United Nations General Assembly. Winston said that Netanyahu used the UN platform to express Israel's views on various issues and took an aggressive stance against Israel's critics and opponents. He referred to Netanyahu's criticisms of the Islamic Republic, Turkey, and Qatar, as well as anti-Israel protests around the world, adding that the Prime Minister of Israel tried to defend his country's positions.
Winston pointed out the significance of the section related to Iran in Netanyahu's remarks, saying: "The Prime Minister of Israel's emphasis on the suffering of the Iranian people under the Islamic Republic is a sign of solidarity between the people of the two countries." He also emphasized the presence of Israeli flags alongside Iranian flags at gatherings of Iranians abroad and stated that Netanyahu spoke directly about the people of Iran from the podium of the UN General Assembly.
Internet Shutdown and Access to Information
Winston also referenced the display of the Starlink device during the Israeli delegation's presence at the UN, linking it to the internet shutdown in Iran. He stated that weeks of disruption and internet outages could create problems for the people of Iran such as "confusion, fear, and disorientation." Therefore, highlighting the issue of internet access was described as a symbolic yet important action.
Winston mentioned the action of Danny Danon, Israel's ambassador to the UN, who approached the representative of the Islamic Republic with the Starlink device. He described this move as an example of what is referred to in Israeli culture as "chutzpah" and said that this action was also part of Israel's political message of support for the people of Iran.
The Role of Media in Conveying Iranian Narratives
In response to how Israel can help the people of Iran, Winston spoke about his responsibility as a journalist and emphasized that he and his colleagues strive every day to convey the narratives of the Iranian people to audiences outside the country. He referred to families who have lost loved ones during the protests and individuals who are at risk of execution.
The editor of the Jerusalem Post news section also highlighted the importance of the fact that narratives related to Iran must be heard outside of Iran's borders, stating: "We really work hard." He added that being an English-language publication allows the Jerusalem Post to convey narratives related to Iran to a wider audience.
Final Message and Call for Solidarity
At the end of the discussion, Winston gave a personal message to the people of Iran, saying: "I want them to take care of themselves and know that they are not alone; the world is with them, and we are working to spread their message." He also pointed out that the people of Israel empathize with the people of Iran and love them. This message reflects a deep solidarity between the two nations that transcends current political relations.
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