Iraq Resistance Capable of Harming Israel; Netanyahu Is Afraid
Mehr News Agency, International Desk, Elnaz Rahmatnejad: At the 80th United Nations General Assembly, benjamin Netanyahu began his speech with accusations against Iran and resistance fighters across the axis of resistance. Simultaneously booed by world leaders for his regime’s crimes in Gaza, Netanyahu directly threatened resistance groups in Iraq and vowed to target them.
Netanyahu’s threat to attack Iraqi resistance factions-an overt violation of Iraqi sovereignty-prompted a response from Iraqi Foreign Minister Fawad Hussein.He stated that any attack on an Iraqi citizen would be considered an attack on all of Iraq.
In this context, we spoke with Abu Reza Al-Anzi, commander of Jund al-Imam Brigades within Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces.Below is the full interview;
Netanyahu opened his speech at the 80th UN General Assembly with allegations and threats against Iran and fighters across the axis of resistance-from Hamas and Hezbollah to Ansar Allah and Iraqi factions. Why did netanyahu specifically threaten Iraq’s resistance?
Iraq’s resistance rebuilt and expanded its capabilities after Operation Al-Aqsa Storm and subsequent events. It now holds the ability to inflict damage on the Zionist regime; that is why Netanyahu is fearful and has targeted threats toward Iraq’s resistance groups.
will Netanyahu’s claims and threats cause Iraq’s resistance to become isolated or marginalized?
The Iraqi resistance may face some challenges or pressure but its strong spirit and firm determination enable it to overcome even harsh conditions. It will never become isolated or marginalized. Threats from Netanyahu-a prime minister representing one of the most brutal authoritarian regimes in the world-are entirely predictable.
What is the official stance of both the Iraqi people and various resistance groups regarding these threats?
A decisive position has been taken by politicians known for their allegiance to both Iraq’s national struggle and broader axis of resistance. Conversely, some politicians welcome developments that undermine this front-they wish for its defeat. This situation clearly reveals who stands alongside the resistance and who rejoices at its potential failure.
what deterrent effect has Iraq’s resistance created-and continues to create-for this country?
The strength of this movement derives from public support rooted deeply in a collective belief in confronting injustice and tyranny. Proud citizens across Iraq-especially those from southern provinces-have historically embodied courage,resolve, and sacrifice. They resisted Saddam hussein’s oppressive rule alongside his criminal allies with heroic struggles over generations. Today’s resilience draws power from this unbroken heritage of determination and steadfastness.
How do you see the future of iraq’s resistance following these recent threats?
To answer that question I recall words from Commander Hajj qassem Soleimani-the fighter who inspired freedom lovers everywhere-who said: “Certainly everything is good.”
