How Israeli feminism is used to justify genocidal wars

How Israeli feminism is used to justify genocidal wars Submitted by Lubna Masarwa on Sun, 03/08/2026 - 11:31 Female fighter pilots are now being celebrated for their role in destroying Iran, while women in Gaza struggle to survive A widely circulated image of Israeli fighter pilots shared on social media this week by Israeli politician Yair Golan (X) Off Four Israeli pilots stand, visors down and arms crossed , in front of a warplane - a classic Top Gun -style pose of military prowess, but with a twist. The four pilots are women, with long hair falling onto their shoulders from under their helmets. It is an image that has been circulating for years, and it resurfaced again in the opening days of the US -Israeli assault on Iran .