The Repeated Pattern in Israel’s Attacks: A Dangerous Trial-and-Error Approach Toward Iran
WANA (Sep 11) – Israel’s recent strike on a gathering of Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar, was not a one-off incident; rather, it reflects a recurring pattern that has unfolded in a chain of events over the past year. The attack, which constitutes a blatant violation of a third country’s sovereignty, appears to be part of a broader test scenario—one that analysts believe ultimately aims at targeting Iran’s political leadership.
Following the operation, Benjamin Netanyahu openly declared: “We are striking the axis of evil, and these attacks will also include the Islamic Republic.” In another statement, he stressed: “I will pursue my enemies, and I will not return until I destroy them, just as it is written in the Torah.” These remarks are not mere rhetoric; they are part of a deliberate pattern in which Israel combines on-the-ground operations with psychological messaging.
An image of the blast site in Qatar. Social media / WANA News Agency
A review of several recent operations reveals a consistent sequence: Israel first puts forward a ceasefire proposal, a negotiation promise, or a political initiative to create the illusion of trust-building. Then, almost immediately, it launches a surprise strike on a command center or key leader. This pattern has been repeated multiple times in the past year, gradually exposing its true nature.
In other words, Israel has turned diplomacy into a tool of deception: offering calm to lure its opponents into certain conditions, then delivering a devastating blow at the least-expected moment. The goal goes beyond the battlefield—it seeks to destabilize political leadership and instill the perception that no place, not even the safest capitals in the region, is beyond reach.
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Israel’s behavior suggests that before any major move, it tests its models across different arenas. In the 12-day war against Iran, it sought to disrupt decision-making by targeting command structures and joint meetings. In Yemen as well, it struck at high-level political gatherings.
The key point is that Tel Aviv has openly threatened to target Iran’s political leadership and members of the Supreme National Security Council. Its calculation is simple: eliminating the leadership pyramid, in its view, could trigger chaos within the system.
Meanwhile, psychological and media warfare unfolds in parallel. On social media platforms linked to pro-Israeli groups, a recurring phrase emerged: “Terror (Assassination) alarm: Tehran, beware! The God of Israel neither slumbers nor sleeps!” Such messages are part of psychological warfare designed to complement actual strikes, influencing public perception and security assessments alike.
The reality is that Israel is not acting alone. Since the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in Iran in August 2024, nearly every Israeli operation has involved direct U.S. collaboration: political deception engineered in the White House, operational backing from CENTCOM, and execution by Mossad and the Israeli Air Force. This partnership shows that Tel Aviv’s scenario is not merely a regional gamble, but in effect a joint project. The central question now is how far the United States is willing to go: will Washington limit itself to shielding Israel, or could it be drawn into yet another Middle Eastern war?
The strike in Qatar demonstrated Israel’s willingness to cross international red lines. What was once “unthinkable”—such as targeting Iran’s Supreme National Security Council meetings or Yemen’s leadership gatherings—has now, after months of precedent-setting Israeli operations, particularly in Doha, become a tangible possibility. The fundamental problem is that political and security leaders in any country must hold in-person meetings, which by nature creates a critical vulnerability.
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Over the past year, Israel has institutionalized a policy of “mass assassination at one or several sites”—an approach it attempted in the recent 12-day war by striking Iran’s political and command structures. Yet in practice, it failed to achieve its goals. This very failure highlights that while Tel Aviv’s scenario is fixed, its success is by no means guaranteed.
Because the pattern has become transparent and predictable, Iran’s vigilance and response will determine whether the plan materializes. Israel has shown no hesitation in crossing red lines, but it now faces mounting international criticism and public pressure like never before.
The post of the official Persian-language account of the Israeli regime on X which threatened Seyyed Abbas Araqchi , Social Media / WANA News Agency
Deterrence in such a context cannot rely solely on military capability. It also depends on leveraging global opinion and imposing political costs on Tel Aviv. What today stands as a warning could soon escalate into an explosion. And one undeniable reality remains: Israel’s pattern is clear, and Iran no longer has the luxury of being caught off guard.
