Israeli security measures have long faced scrutiny, but the global "war on terror" provided a framework that allowed repression to be framed as a necessary and unified effort against extremism. By aligning domestic policies with international counterterrorism rhetoric, authorities could justify actions that might otherwise have drawn greater criticism. The blurred line between security and control has raised questions about how effectively this narrative has shielded controversial practices from broader accountability. The shift reflects broader geopolitical dynamics where shared enemy narratives can reshape public and political perceptions.
The 'war on terror' made Israeli repression easier to present as part of a shared struggle against a common enemy.
