Egyptian Journalist Criticizes Iran for Attacking Arab States but Avoiding Israel

Egyptian journalist Ahmed Mousa sharply criticized Iran for its recent attacks on Arab countries while notably avoiding strikes against Israel. Speaking on the Egyptian channel Sada Al-Balad on July 13, 2026, Mousa expressed outrage at Iran's aggression towards Gulf states and Jordan, questioning why Iran refrains from targeting Israel, which he identified as Iran's true enemy. Mousa accused Iran of betraying the Arab world by attacking its sister nations and engaging in state-sponsored terrorism against countries that have not provoked it. He suggested that Iran avoids attacking Israel due to fear of the consequences it might face in retaliation. Mousa's comments highlight growing concern in the Arab world over Iran's regional actions and the absence of Israeli targets in its recent military operations.