Renowned lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar has issued a stinging critique of U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing them of acting like “bullies” in their recent military campaign against Iran.
Writing on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday, March 2, 2026, Akhtar warned that the duo has “overplayed their hand,” suggesting that the audacity of the strikes—which killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei—leaves global powers like China with no choice but to intervene to maintain their own credibility.
“No Choice But to React”: Javed Akhtar’s Statement
Akhtar’s reaction reflects a growing sentiment among global intellectuals regarding the aggressive shift in Middle East policy:
- The Bully Narrative: “Netanyahu and Trump like all the bullies have pushed others to the wall and ultimately left no choice to others but to react in a decisive manner,” Akhtar posted.
- Geopolitical Stakes: He noted that if the U.S. is allowed to “do an Iraq to Iran,” it would signal a total loss of global credibility for China, hinting at a broader multipolar conflict.
- Celebrity Anxiety: Akhtar’s comments come as other stars, including Nargis Fakhri, report “anxiety and dread” while being stranded in Dubai amidst constant sirens and missile interceptions.
Ground Reality: The “Wave of Fire” Across West Asia
The conflict has shifted from targeted assassinations to a full-scale regional war:
- Casualties in Iran: The Iranian Red Crescent reports 201 dead and 700+ injured. A tragic strike on a girls’ school in Minab reportedly claimed the lives of 115 students.
- US Losses: The U.S. military confirmed three service members killed and five seriously injured during retaliatory strikes.
- The “Abdullah Mubarak” Strike: The IRGC claimed a major victory today, stating that four ballistic missiles and 12 drones decimated the U.S. naval base in Kuwait, causing “significant casualties.”
Military Intelligence: The Hypersonic Edge
A viral video circulating today reportedly shows an Iranian hypersonic missile successfully evading over 10 interceptors before striking a high-value target in Israel.
- The Technology: Experts suggest this marks a failure of traditional “Iron Dome” or “Patriot” systems against next-generation Iranian weaponry.
- Trump’s Warning: Despite the losses, Trump remains defiant, posting: “They better not [respond hard]… we will hit them with a force that has never been seen before!”
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A Glimpse of Luxury Amidst Chaos
In stark contrast to the regional unrest, fans are getting a virtual tour of the 9-storey Mumbai mansion belonging to Swades star Gayatri Oberoi and billionaire Vikas Oberoi, which trade magazines are calling a “work of art.”