Hi All Happy to share a new study published this week by ISOC-IL, which examines patterns of disinformation and false content spread online during the Israel-Iran war, and the global fact-checking efforts in response to it. https://en.isoc.org.il/disinformation-resilience-israel/ballistic-fakes/rese... Based on an analysis of 592 fact-checks published by 50 organizations in 15 languages, the study provides the first systematic mapping of the false and misleading content spread during the war, alongside the activities of fact-checking organizations worldwide. It offers a unique and rich overview of the digital battlefield and the information environment during and around a regional full-scale armed conflict. The report was authored by Nitsan Yasur, Yael Ram and myself as part of ISOC-IL’s ongoing DRI project <https://isocreasearch.my.canva.site/isoc-il-dri> promoting resilience against disinformation in Israel The report's key findings highlight the highly visual nature of wartime disinformation and the growing role of AI-generated content and tools. Notably, we observed what we call “Ballistic Disinformation” - false claims and fabricated visuals and videos, designed to exaggerate destruction and harm, amplify enemy casualties, and project military strength. According to our analysis, 1 in 5 false claims debunked during the war was AI-generated, making AI the leading tool for disinformation production and manipulation - surpassing traditional manipulation techniques. Yet, most misleading content still relied on real images and videos shared out of context , time or place (e.g., explosions from China, protests from the U.S., bombshells from Lebanon), re-framed with false local narratives. For the full report in English - https://en.isoc.org.il/disinformation-resilience-israel/ballistic-fakes/rese... For further inquiries, insights and collaborations feel free to contact me Edan --- Visit my website: https://www.edanring.co.il/