There is a widespread belief that, sooner or later, the truth always prevails. It’s a comforting idea that makes us think that injustices will be corrected, that those responsible for crimes will be punished, and that, eventually, the real story will emerge despite lies and manipulation. However, reality constantly shows us that this isn’t always the case, and, often, the truth is not strong enough to triumph on its own.

This phenomenon can be attributed to several factors: the power of propaganda, the manipulation of the masses, the silencing of critical or dissenting voices, and, above all, the fact that history is usually written by the victors. The notion of good guys and bad guys, so often used to simplify reality, becomes much more ambiguous when we take a closer look at events.
Truth as an Abstract Concept

Truth itself can be quite abstract. It isn’t a tangible object that you can see or touch, but rather a social construct that depends on who has the power to tell the story. In wars, conflicts, and even in everyday social relationships, what is considered to be the truth can change depending on perspective, the dominant narrative, and the interests at stake. Those who control the media, the official narrative, or the political structure also have immense influence over what is deemed “true” and what isn’t.
Gaza and the Contradiction of Israel

One of the most striking examples of this reality is found in the conflict between Israel and Palestine, particularly in what is happening in Gaza. What is unfolding there isn’t merely a conflict or an act of oppression: it is, clearly, an act of genocide against the Palestinian people. The paradox becomes even crueler when we consider that it is being carried out by a people who once suffered one of the greatest horrors of contemporary history: the Holocaust. What might seem incomprehensible is, in fact, further proof that history, when written by the victors, can erase or justify atrocious acts through narratives of self-defense or historical necessity.
The U.S. and the History of the Victors

Another example that illustrates how the truth can become distorted is the case of the United States, often portrayed as a beacon of democracy, freedom, and human rights. Yet this same nation is the only country in the world to have used nuclear weapons against civilian populations, destroying the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and causing hundreds of thousands of deaths. Despite the brutality of this act, the dominant historical narrative tends to justify it as a “necessary” measure to end World War II, without sufficiently questioning whether other alternatives were possible or whether this act constitutes a crime against humanity.

This clearly shows how the power to write history allows the victors to present themselves as the good guys, even when their actions could be ethically questioned. The truth of this episode, like so many others, has been shaped by those who won the war and imposed their version of the facts over the decades.
Final Reflection: An Uncomfortable Truth

All of this leads us to an uncomfortable conclusion: the truth isn’t always clear, nor does it always prevail. Sometimes it gets buried under layers of propaganda, justifications, and official narratives that perpetuate a partial and biased view of the world. Those who control power – whether military, economic, or media – also have a tremendous ability to impose their version of the truth and to silence alternative perspectives.

For this reason, it is essential to maintain a critical spirit and not blindly accept the official narrative. We must question, investigate, and listen to all voices, especially those that have been marginalized or silenced. Only then can we attempt to approach a more just, more complete, and more accurate version of reality.