An Israeli terrorism expert with deep knowledge of Iranian operations has issued a stark warning to Canadian authorities about the potential security threats posed by ongoing anti-Israel demonstrations and organized mass prayers in public spaces.
Expert Analysis of Street Protests
Beni Sabti, an Iranian-born specialist at the Institute for National Security Studies who escaped to Israel in 1987, identifies the persistent presence of Hamas supporters in Canadian streets as a concerning pattern of Islamist aggression. According to Sabti, these demonstrations and the intimidation of Christians through mass prayers outside churches represent well-established tactics that Canada should take seriously.
Sabti specifically warned that Canada should be concerned about the possibility of experiencing its own version of October 7, referencing the Hamas attack on Israel that triggered the current wave of global protests.
Historical Patterns of Revolution
The terrorism expert draws direct parallels between current Canadian demonstrations and methods used during the Iranian Revolution in 1978. According to his analysis, mass street prayers and organized protests were fundamental weapons in overthrowing the Shah and establishing the Islamic Revolution.
Sabti explains that these tactics are not random but part of a strategic approach learned from major powers. "These regimes have to reflect their image, superiority and power, in order to expand," he states. "Iranians actually co-operate with Russia and China. They learned it from them."
Canadian Incidents Raise Concerns
Since October 7, 2024, Canada has witnessed numerous demonstrations supporting Hamas actions, often occurring in Jewish neighborhoods, outside synagogues, and even churches. A recent Global News report indicated that approximately 450 individuals with various roles in Hamas maintain ties to Canada.
Specific incidents have drawn particular concern from security experts. In Montreal, just over two weeks after the terror attack in Israel, imam Adil Charkaoui addressed a large gathering in Arabic, calling on Allah to "kill the enemies of the people of Gaza and to spare none of them."
Mass street prayers have become increasingly common in Canadian urban centers, including gatherings in front of Montreal's Notre-Dame Basilica and similar organized prayers in Toronto. Sabti characterizes these events as being about "conquering the streets," adding that "this is something very, very dangerous."
As an expert in Iranian culture, influence, and media who also served as cultural advisor for the Apple TV series "Tehran," Sabti brings unique insight into how Iran's proxy networks, including Hezbollah and Hamas, function within Iran's global threat strategy. His warning to Canadian officials emphasizes the need for greater awareness and countermeasures against these influences operating within the country's borders.
