Brian Lilley and Warren Kinsella discussed the drivers of the propaganda and information war between Iran and Israel in a recent analysis [1].

The conversation highlights how state-led narratives are used to shape global perception and fuel ideological conflicts beyond traditional military engagement. This information war serves as a critical tool for both nations to mobilize support and delegitimize the other on the world stage.

Lilley centered the discussion on his book, *The Hidden Hand*, and his documentary, *The Campaign* [1]. The works examine the mechanisms of the information war and the specific rise of antisemitic propaganda promoted by Iran [1, 2]. The analysis suggests that these narratives are designed to create instability and shift international opinion regarding the legitimacy of the Israeli state.

Kinsella provided perspective on the internal sentiment within Israel regarding these tensions. He said, "Israelis are not worried about a military confrontation between Israel, Iran and the U.S." [1].

The dialogue further explored the intersection of geopolitics and ideology. The discussion linked the propaganda efforts to the broader motivations behind Iranian aggression and the strategic use of misinformation to justify state actions [2]. By analyzing the "hidden hand" of these campaigns, the speakers aimed to uncover how disinformation is weaponized to influence foreign policy and public sentiment in the West.

Lilley's work emphasizes that the conflict is not merely about physical borders but about the control of the narrative. The propaganda war seeks to redefine the conflict in the eyes of the global public, often utilizing digital platforms to spread tailored messages that amplify existing societal divisions.

“Israelis are not worried about a military confrontation between Israel, Iran and the U.S.”

The shift toward an 'information war' indicates that Iran and Israel are prioritizing the battle for international legitimacy and public opinion as much as territorial security. By focusing on the rise of antisemitic propaganda, the analysis suggests that the conflict is increasingly being fought through psychological operations intended to isolate opponents diplomatically.