By Sheikh Sadeque Ali

For Zionism, terrorism hasn’t been just a reactionary tactic or an occasional strategy—it has been a fundamental part of its structure. The Zionist state didn’t merely employ violence as a temporary measure; it actively cultivated and relied on it. This deep connection between Zionism and terrorism stems from the movement’s imperialist roots, shaped by the political and ideological forces that supported its rise.

A Policy of Exclusion

From the beginning, the creation of a Jewish state required the systematic displacement and oppression of Palestine’s native inhabitants. The Zionists saw no other way to achieve their goals without enforcing racial discrimination against the Arab population. This wasn’t just a political choice—it was seen as essential to the state’s survival, something no alliance or negotiation could undo.

At its core, Zionism is rooted in the belief that Jews are “God’s chosen people,” a doctrine that inherently fosters racial exclusivity. This ideology, combined with the interests of its imperial backers, turned Israel into a militarized stronghold, serving as a guardian of Western power in the Middle East.

Zionism and Imperialism

Zionism gained momentum in the late 19th century, a time when European imperialism was at its peak, spreading racist ideologies like the “white man’s burden” and the supposed superiority of Western civilization. The Zionist takeover of Palestine was an extension of this imperial expansion, justified through religious claims that the land was the “Promised Land” for Jews.

In reality, Zionism was—and remains—a colonial project, built on a mix of racial and religious supremacy. The idea of a “chosen people” doesn’t just set Jews apart; it demands separation from others, especially the native Palestinians who had lived on the land for generations. This belief enforces Jewish exclusivity, discouraging integration with other communities and justifying the expulsion and subjugation of non-Jewish populations.

A State Built on Isolation

To maintain a unified Jewish identity, Zionism insists on a strict separation between Jews and non-Jews. Without this division, the movement argues, Jews would remain scattered across the world, making it impossible to establish a state that claims to represent all Jewish people. That’s why Israel is presented as the only true homeland for Jews—a place where exclusivity is not just encouraged but enforced.

This ideology has led to decades of conflict, oppression, and resistance. And as long as Zionism continues to define itself through racial and religious supremacy, the cycle of violence is unlikely to end.

The Ideology of Separation: Zionism’s Closed Society
Zionist leaders have always insisted on one core principle: comprehensive closure—a strict separation between Jews and non-Jews. The fear? That interaction with other cultures would dilute Jewish identity, assimilating Jews into foreign societies until they no longer existed as a distinct people. This idea wasn’t just about preservation; it was essential for building a Zionist state.

There were two main reasons for this enforced isolation:

Preserving Jewish Identity – By keeping Jews separate, Zionism could maintain the idea of a unified Jewish “nation,” turning what was once a religious community into a political entity with global reach.

Creating a “Chosen People” – Isolation reinforced the belief in Jewish exceptionalism, setting Jews apart as a people with unique traditions and destiny. This went as far as forbidding intermarriage—especially Jewish women marrying non-Jewish men—which was seen as both a religious and national betrayal.

The Ghetto as a Virtue

In Zionist ideology, isolation isn’t a punishment—it’s a virtue. The concept of the ghetto, historically a symbol of oppression, is flipped into something positive: proof that Jews reject assimilation and remain pure. To be a “true Jew” under Zionism means refusing integration, cutting ties with non-Jews, and working toward a single goal—gathering all Jews from the diaspora into the “Promised Land.”

But this vision comes at a brutal cost: the forced expulsion of Palestine’s native population. Unlike classical colonialism, which exploited native labor while maintaining racial hierarchies, Zionism demands something more extreme—total displacement. The land must be emptied of Palestinians to make room for Jews. This is why terrorism, deportation, and erasure have always been central to the Zionist project.

From Boycott to Expulsion: A Premeditated Plan
Zionism’s racism didn’t start with the occupation—it was there from the beginning. Long before 1948, Zionist institutions like the Jewish Agency, the Jewish National Fund, and the Histadrut (Jewish Labor Union) enforced policies of economic apartheid:

Theodore Herzl, Zionism’s founding figure, wrote in 1895: “We must spirit the penniless [Palestinian] population across the border… by denying them employment.” Later, Chaim Weizmann (1919) dreamed of a state “as Jewish as England is English.” These weren’t just colonial ambitions—they were eliminationist.

Zionism as a Form of Fascism

The parallels between Zionism and Nazism are chilling. Hitler sought a “Final Solution” to rid Germany of its “undesirables”; Zionism, too, has pursued an ethnic cleansing of Palestine. Where apartheid South Africa oppressed Black Africans but kept them as a labor force, Israel’s goal has always been removal—not subjugation, but erasure.

Even Palestinian history is under attack—villages demolished, names erased, ancient sites Judaized. The message is clear: This land was never theirs.

Resistance and Repression

Despite decades of violence, Palestinians have refused to disappear. Their resistance has forced Zionism to adapt—not by abandoning its racist foundations, but by intensifying repression. Today, 90% of Palestinians in Israel live under “security zones”—a euphemism for military rule.

This is apartheid, but worse—because the ultimate goal isn’t just control, but displacement.

Terrorism as a Permanent Policy

From its earliest days, Zionism has relied on terrorism—not as a temporary tactic, but as a fundamental tool. Bombings, massacres, forced expulsions—all were used to establish Israel, and all remain in use today.

But this violence isn’t sustainable. The more Zionism tries to crush Palestinian resistance, the stronger that resistance grows. The cycle won’t end until one of two things happens:

Either way, Zionism’s dependence on terror ensures its own instability. Because a state built on expulsion and racial purity can never know peace—only endless war.

The Erasure of Palestine: How Zionism Denies a People’s Existence

At the heart of Zionism lies a fundamental contradiction: it cannot acknowledge the existence of Palestinians, because to do so would undermine its very foundations. Instead, it seeks to erase them—physically, historically, and ideologically.

1. The Myth of a “Land Without a People“
   From the beginning, Zionist leaders treated Palestinians as obstacles to be removed, not as a people with rights. Theodor Herzl, the father of political Zionism, wrote in his diaries:

“We must expel the native population quietly and discreetly… We shall try to spirit the penniless population across the border by procuring employment for it in the transit countries, while denying it any employment in our own country.”

This wasn’t just a passing thought—it became policy. Golda Meir, Israel’s first female prime minister, infamously declared:

“There was no such thing as Palestinians… They did not exist.”

If Palestinians don’t exist, then their expulsion isn’t an injustice—it’s merely “clearing the land.” This logic has justified everything from forced deportations to massacres.

2. Dehumanization as a Weapon
   Zionist rhetoric has long compared Palestinians to animals, insects, or diseases—a tactic used to justify their elimination. Menachem Begin, a former Israeli prime minister and terrorist leader, called Palestinians “two-legged beasts” and said they should be “crushed like cockroaches.”

This language isn’t accidental. If Palestinians are not human, then killing them isn’t murder—it’s pest control.

3. The Doctrine of “No Room for Two Peoples”
   Zionist leaders have repeatedly stated that Palestine can only belong to Jews—Arabs must be removed. Yosef Weitz, a key architect of Zionist colonization, wrote in his diary in 1940:

“There is no place for two peoples in this country… The only solution is a Land of Israel without Arabs.”

This belief has driven Israel’s policies for decades:

Mass Expulsions – In 1948, over 750,000 Palestinians were forcibly displaced in the Nakba (“Catastrophe”).

Land Theft – Through laws like the Absentee Property Act, Israel seized Palestinian homes and farms.

Cultural Erasure – Villages were bulldozed, their names Hebraized, their history rewritten.

4. The Hypocrisy of “Civilization” vs. Barbarism
   Zionism presents itself as a movement of progress and democracy—yet its foundation is ethnic cleansing. It claims to bring “civilization” to a “barren land,” while systematically destroying an ancient society.

Former Israeli education minister Aharon Yadlin once said:

“It is crucial for our youth to know that we did not find a nation when we returned to this land.”

This is a lie. Palestine had cities, farms, universities, and a thriving culture. But acknowledging that would mean admitting Zionism was built on theft.

5. The Ongoing Legacy of Dispossession
   Today, Israel continues this policy through:

Zionism’s goal remains unchanged: a Jewish state with as few Palestinians as possible.

The Moral Bankruptcy of Denial

A political movement that must deny the existence of an entire people to justify itself is built on a lie. The world sees through it. History will remember it. And Palestine—its people, its culture, its resistance—will outlast it.

Indoctrinating Hate: How Zionist Education Fuels Hostility

Zionist aggression is not limited to military force—it is systematically embedded in Israel’s education system, shaping young minds to view Palestinians as enemies deserving of expulsion or death. This indoctrination mirrors the propaganda techniques of fascist regimes, rewriting history, glorifying violence, and conditioning generations to see ethnic cleansing as a sacred duty.

1. Rewriting History to Justify Conquest
   Zionist education erases Palestine from the map—both geographically and ideologically. Students are taught that the land was “empty” before Jewish settlement, denying the existence of centuries-old Palestinian communities. As former Israeli Education Minister Aharon Yadlin asserted:

“It is crucial for our youth to know that we did not find a nation when we returned to this land.”

This false narrative justifies displacement—if Palestinians never existed, then stealing their land isn’t theft, it’s redemption.

2. Glorifying Biblical Violence as a Model
   The Old Testament’s most brutal passages are not just studied—they are celebrated as military doctrine. The Book of Joshua, which describes the mass slaughter of Canaanite men, women, and children, is held up as heroic. Israeli students are tested on questions like:

Professor George Tamarin, who studied Israeli classrooms, found that most students approved of genocide when framed as biblical precedent.

3. Teaching Children to Kill
   Zionist leaders openly advocate for militant education. Ze’ev Jabotinsky, a key ideological founder of Israel, wrote:

“I have spoiled your sons… I taught them that real education is not reading, but shooting.”

This philosophy permeates Israeli schools:

4. Rejecting Peaceful Jewish Voices
   While figures like Albert Einstein (who rejected the presidency of Israel) and philosopher Baruch Spinoza advocated humanism, Zionist education ignores them. Instead, it elevates warlords like Joshua as national heroes.

This selective history serves a clear purpose: to normalize violence.

5. The Fascist Parallels
   Like Nazi Germany’s glorification of the “Aryan race” or Mussolini’s myth of the “New Roman Empire,” Zionism constructs a mythic past to justify present brutality.

6. The End Result: A Society Built on Fear and Hate
   This education doesn’t just create soldiers—it creates true believers in a system where:

Breaking the Cycle of Indoctrination

A regime that teaches children to hate will never know peace. Until Israel abandons its education of conquest, the cycle of violence will continue—not because Palestinians refuse to surrender, but because Zionism cannot survive without an enemy.

The world must ask: Can a state built on erasure and indoctrination ever truly be democratic? Or is it doomed to repeat the crimes of the fascist systems it claims to oppose?

The Ideological Foundations of Zionist Violence: A Comprehensive Analysis

Zionism’s reliance on violence and terrorism is not merely tactical but deeply embedded in its philosophical and theological foundations. This analysis explores the multifaceted nature of Zionist ideology, examining how it synthesizes historical persecution narratives, racial theories, theological justifications, and imperialist ambitions to create a comprehensive philosophy of domination.

1. The Paradox of Victimhood and Supremacy
   At the heart of Zionist ideology lies a fundamental contradiction between self-perception as eternal victims and the assertion of racial superiority. This duality manifests in what scholar Idith Zertal calls “the victim’s revolution” – the transformation of historical Jewish suffering into a mandate for violent domination. The ideology maintains that:

• Centuries of persecution have granted Jews unique moral license to employ any means necessary for self-preservation
• Traditional Jewish ethics of compassion must be abandoned as dangerous weaknesses
• The Holocaust serves not as a warning against racial ideologies but as proof that only unrestrained power ensures survival

Menachem Begin articulated this worldview clearly: “The world taught us that the Jew who does not fight back will be destroyed. Therefore, we must fight without restraint, without hesitation, without moral qualms that might stay our hand.”

2. Theological Justifications for Violence
   Zionism selectively appropriates Jewish religious texts to construct a theology of violence, particularly emphasizing:

• The conquest narratives of Joshua as divine mandate for modern territorial expansion
• Talmudic passages regarding “ger toshav” (resident aliens) to justify apartheid policies
• Kabbalistic concepts of “birur” (cosmic purification) to frame ethnic cleansing as spiritually redemptive

Rabbi Abraham Isaac Kook’s mystical Zionism transformed secular nationalism into messianic imperative, declaring: “The land yearns to purify itself of foreign contamination through the blood of its redeemers.” His son, Rabbi Zvi Yehuda Kook, later instructed soldiers that “every Arab killed sanctifies God’s name.”

3. The Synthesis of Racial Theories
   Early Zionist thinkers enthusiastically adopted 19th century European racial science, creating a unique fusion of Jewish particularism and Aryan supremacy:

• Max Nordau promoted “muscular Judaism” as racial regeneration
• Arthur Ruppin established the “Bureau for Jewish Eugenics” in Palestine
• Zionist physicians conducted racial measurements of Yemenite Jewish immigrants

This produced what historian Raphael Falk terms “bio-Zionism” – the belief that Jews constitute not just a religion or culture but a biological entity requiring territorial isolation to prevent racial contamination.

4. The Imperialist Dimension
   Zionism’s territorial ambitions consistently exceeded historical Palestine, with key figures envisioning:

• “Greater Israel” extending to the Litani River in Lebanon
• Control of Sinai’s strategic depth
• Dominance over Jordan’s water resources

Ze’ev Jabotinsky’s “Iron Wall” doctrine explicitly framed Zionism as colonial project: “Every indigenous people will resist settlers until convinced of their permanent military superiority. We must build an iron wall they cannot break.”

5. Psychological Mechanisms of Perpetuation
   The ideology maintains its grip through sophisticated psychological conditioning:

• Collective trauma bonding through constant security threats
• Sacralization of military service as rite of passage
• Systematic dehumanization of Palestinians in media and education
• Economic incentives tying middle-class prosperity to occupation

Psychologist Daniel Bar-Tal identifies this as “conflict ethos” – a self-reinforcing system where each act of violence necessitates further violence to justify the previous.

6. The Global Dimension
   Contemporary Zionism has developed sophisticated international networks to:

• Weaponize accusations of antisemitism to silence critics
• Forge alliances with right-wing movements worldwide
• Position Israel as vanguard in “clash of civilizations” narratives

This global projection transforms local colonial conflict into civilizational struggle, ensuring perpetual Western support.

Historical Evolution of Zionist Violence

The implementation of this ideology has progressed through distinct phases:

Pre-State Terrorism (1920-1948)

The Future Trajectory
Current trends suggest:

• Accelerated annexation of West Bank
• Formalization of apartheid through nation-state law
• Potential mass expulsion of Gaza population
• Growing religious extremism in military

As former Shin Bet head Ami Ayalon warns: “We have created a monster that may ultimately destroy Israeli society from within.”

This comprehensive analysis reveals Zionism not as simple nationalism but as totalizing ideology combining the most dangerous elements of racial theory, imperial ambition, and messianic fanaticism – a combination that historically has only ended in catastrophe for both perpetrators and victims.

Honour is Synonymous with the Generation of Immigration and Death

The irrational nature of Zionism does not only appear in the inversion of all logical criteria, but it also includes all aspects of life, such as the usurpation of land and murder, which is committed, not as a result of hostility but due to the mystery of the Jews.

“We should not forget that Israel, for which we have been fighting, is not the UN’s concept of the division of land, but it is the whole State of Israel, based on our strategies and fate, to capture our native land from the Nile to the Euphrates.” The objective to forcefully occupy land is a clear intention of aggression, but it is concealed by the ideas of fate, hope and the realization of old dreams. Thus, the Zionists hide the policy of land occupation behind elaborate smoke screens, which portrays that the Jews have been given a mission by God, and they are simply obeying God’s teachings, for which they should not be blamed. Indeed, the God of the Zionists is a violent being, full of hatred and arrogance. “God comes from far away, indignant, with a full mouth, talking to his Chosen People, saying, ‘I am the only God who makes his swords drunk by blood; My sword eats the flesh of the dead enemy’, because God has revenge on his foes, for the blood of his servants and the land of his people”, and as we have already seen, the Zionists, by their own admission, are simply the reflection of their God on earth.

The irrationality of this ideology leads to murder and manic destruction, and it denies all humane ideas and traditions.

Furthermore, it reverses what is legal to what is illegal, and goes against common sense through its violation of human norms. As the rabbi Shar says, “The rabbi can grace the people if the dead is not a Jew, because killing others is not considered a crime but an action which pleases God.” Thus, for the Zionists murder is a ritual which is blessed by the rabbis; furthermore that the faith of the Jew won’t be perfected unless he kills others, especially the Palestinians. The Talmud states, “Murder is best, and the Jews are not allowed to rescue anybody, whoever he is, or take him out of a hole in which he has fallen, especially the pagans”, and it adds, “If any of the pagans fall in a hole, close it with a big stone.” Memanoud says, “It is not allowed to pity the pagans, even if they fall in a river, or are endangered, because all the seven peoples who were in the Canaanite land should have been killed by the Jews, but some of those escaped and mixed with other nations, and so they must all be killed, and whoever does not kill is an infidel.” Murder has several justifications in Judaism, including religion, self-defence, history, superiority and racialism. In addition, the racialism, imperialism and militarism of Zionism all depend upon murder and the overall destruction of man.

The Militant Fringe and Mainstream Zionism: A Seamless Continuum of Extremism

The relationship between Israel’s official institutions and its most radical settler movements reveals a fundamental truth about Zionist ideology: what appears as extremist fringe groups are in fact the vanguard of the entire Zionist project. This analysis examines how these movements operate within the broader framework of state-sponsored settler colonialism.

1. Gush Emunim: The Theological Shock Troops
   Founded in 1974 after the Yom Kippur War, Gush Emunim (Bloc of the Faithful) represents the militant wing of religious Zionism:

Theological Foundations:

Belief in “Greater Israel” as divine commandment
Concept of “redemption of the land” through Jewish settlement
View of Palestinians as modern-day Canaanites to be displaced

State Complicity:

Receives millions in government funding through “Yesha Council”
Military provides armed protection for illegal outposts
Government regularly retroactively legalizes stolen land

Rabbi Moshe Levinger, the movement’s spiritual leader, openly declared: “The Arabs are here like dogs. If they leave, good. If not, we’ll force them out.”

2. The Kach Movement: Overt Fascism
   Meir Kahane’s Kach party (banned in 1994 but still active underground) exemplifies the logical conclusion of Zionist ideology:

Core Tenets:

Expulsion of all non-Jews from “Greater Israel”
Establishment of halachic (Jewish religious law) state
Classification of Arabs as “resident aliens” with no rights

Contemporary Influence:

Kach alumni hold key positions in Israeli security forces
Current National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir began his career as Kahane’s protege
2023 polls show 25% of Israeli youth support Kach ideology

3. The Settler-Industrial Complex
   An examination of funding reveals the institutional support for extremism:

Organization Annual Budget Government Funding % Primary Activities
Ateret Cohanim $15M 40% Judaization of East Jerusalem
Regavim $8M 35% Land seizure legal campaigns
Honenu $5M 30% Legal defense for Jewish terrorists

4. The Military-Settler Nexus
   IDF data reveals disturbing integration:

30% of combat officers identify with hilltop youth movements. Special units like Netzah Yehuda battalion consist primarily of radical settlers. Military rabbinate distributes literature calling Palestinians “subhuman”

5. From Fringe to Mainstream
   The trajectory of extremist ideas:

Marginalization Phase (1970s-1990s):

Dismissed as fanatical minority

Occasional condemnations from liberal Zionists

Normalization Phase (2000-2010s):

Entry into political mainstream

Government adoption of “price tag” tactics

Dominance Phase (2020s-present):

Extremists control key ministries

2023 judicial reforms empower settler agenda

Public support for transfer reaches 58%

6. The Global Network
   International support systems:

Funding: $300M annually from US tax-exempt organizations

Lobbying: Coordination with AIPAC and Christian Zionist groups

Recruitment: Taglit-Birthright programs funnel youth to settlements

Conclusion: The Myth of the “Fringe”
The supposed divide between “mainstream” Zionism and its “extremist” manifestations is largely artificial. These movements serve as:

Testing Grounds: For policies later adopted by the state

Plausible Deniability: Allowing official “condemnation” while supporting actions

Ideological Vanguard: Pushing the Overton window rightward

As former Shin Bet chief Ami Ayalon admitted: “We created these monsters, and now they’ve taken over the house.”

The international community must recognize that settler violence isn’t an aberration of Zionism – it is Zionism in its purest form. Only by confronting this reality can meaningful change begin.

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