"Weapons change over time... the most important ones are social media."
Israel’s approach to managing international perception is often referred to as Hasbara, which translates to "explaining." Unlike traditional propaganda, which aims to change an opponent's view, the Israeli model focuses on providing facts to justify actions and policies to an often skeptical international audience.
Influence operations require significant resources. The disclosed financial framework of Ella Kenan, a former Israeli intelligence captain, exemplified by a $7,000 content initiative, suggests a well-funded apparatus designed to produce and disseminate persuasive material at scale. This goes beyond organic support, indicating an organized effort to flood the information space with curated messaging.
Key figures within organizations like the Republican Jewish Coalition highlight the official and institutional backing of these efforts. Their addresses at major summits demonstrate a cohesive leadership structure that defines the core talking points for the network. This ensures that while the delivery may be decentralized, the underlying message remains unified.
Netanyahu's own words confirm that the Israeli government views social media influence as a critical component of its national strategy. He explicitly referred to TikTok as the "most important" weapon in securing right-wing support for Israel. He framed social media as an evolving battleground, stating, "Weapons change over time... the most important ones are social media." He also expressed hope that the TikTok deal would go through, calling it "consequential."
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