In the wake of the 47th anniversary of Iran’s glorious Islamic Revolution, the Iranian people demonstrated their unwavering commitment to the ideals of this revolution through widespread and enthusiastic participation in streets and public squares across the nation. This significant turnout symbolizes the continuation of Imam Khomeini’s luminous path and underscores the pursuit of independence, freedom, and the Islamic Republic, showcasing the profound national unity and popular dimensions surrounding the Islamic system to the world.
In response to these magnificent scenes, numerous Israeli media outlets, driven by their own specific motivations and objectives, dedicated considerable coverage to the ceremony and its messages. This extensive coverage reflects the deep significance and impact of this event on regional and international dynamics, highlighting an implicit acknowledgment of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s influence and power as a decisive player in the region and the Islamic world.The Hebrew-language website jdn.co noted the celebration of the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, stating: ‘The 47th anniversary of the Iranian Revolution. Massive rallies began today across Iran to mark the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution. Demonstrators carried Iranian flags and chanted against Israel and the United States. In Tehran, participants marched along 13 different routes towards Azadi Square.’
The bhol website referred to the February 22 rallies as a display of power, stating: ‘Tehran’s Show of Force: Ballistic Missiles and Wreckage of Destroyed Israeli Drones at the 47th Anniversary of the Revolution.’ The site further elaborated on the exhibition of remnants of Israeli drones, highlighting that Tehran celebrated the anniversary of the U.S.-backed Mohammad Reza Shah with a showcase of military capabilities, including advanced cruise missiles and ballistic missiles, alongside the wreckage of Israeli drones that the Iranian government claims to have downed for the first time. Rallies against the U.S. and Israel also took place at Tehran’s Azadi Square.
Yedioth Ahronoth expressed surprise at the chants of ‘Death to America’ and ‘Death to Israel’ during the February 22 rally, stating: ‘Iran’s missile display and threats: ‘We will not submit to excessive demands.’ The Iranian government and its supporters celebrated the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution with rallies, missile displays, and slogans of ‘Death to America!’ and ‘Death to Israel!’. The site also noted the symbolic display of coffins representing American soldiers in Tehran, with images of a U.S. commander in the Middle East affixed to one of them.’The news website Walla highlighted the presence of military leaders at the February 22 rally, where they stomped on American and Israeli flags, stating: ‘A display of coffins and missiles in Tehran: Iran commemorates the day of the Islamic Revolution. Amid escalating tensions with Washington, the celebrations of the anniversary of the Iranian Revolution began, featuring familiar scenes of stepping on U.S. and Israeli flags and bold displays. Senior military and political figures, including the President, participated in the supportive rally.’
The mako website shared images of attendees at the anniversary rally burning American and Israeli flags. The Hebrew-language website davar1 also reported on the strong support of the Iranian people for the revolution’s leader during the February 22 rally, stating: ‘Iran celebrated the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution: ‘Death to America! Death to Israel!’ Iranian television aired footage of tens of thousands who took to the streets nationwide in support of Ayatollah Khamenei, the leader of the Islamic Republic and the government.’The Israeli social media account ‘Israel War Room’ also referenced the anniversary celebration of the Islamic Revolution noting the burning of Israeli and American flags and the display of coffins representing American soldiers in Tehran. It is worth mentioning that the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution has also gained significant traction on social media platforms among Israelis and Hebrew accounts with images of senior political and military leaders displays of cruise and ballistic missiles symbolic coffins of American soldiers and the burning of American and Israeli flags receiving the most engagement.
According to Mashregh the leader of the revolution stated in a message regarding the February 22 ceremony: ‘National power is more related to the will and perseverance of nations than to missiles and aircraft. You have shown steadfastness in various matters; show your will again and dishearten the enemy. Until the enemy is disheartened a nation remains susceptible to harm; the enemy must be discouraged. The enemy’s despair is achieved through your unity your intellectual power and will your motivation and your resistance against the enemy’s temptations; these form national power.’
