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- Asep Haryono | Why Israel Enforces Media Silence During Retaliation Iran's Missile Strike - Powered by Blogger
In today’s world of instant uploads, viral videos, and 24/7 news, you might wonder why Israel known for its robust democracy and free press would request a media blackout or ask the public not to post pictures and videos of missile strike locations, especially after retaliation attacks like the ones from Iran. The truth is, this isn't about hiding information. It’s about smart strategy, national safety, and staying ahead in a highly sensitive and dangerous situation..
Let’s start with the basics: security. If a missile lands in Israel and people immediately post photos or footage of the exact location, that’s extremely valuable intelligence for Iran. It helps them see if their missiles hit the right target or if they need to adjust the next round. By restricting the release of that information, Israel is making sure its enemies don’t get a free damage report..
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Now imagine this: a video shows smoke rising from a hit site, people running in panic, and sirens blaring in the background. That clip could go viral in seconds and be used by Iran or its allies as propaganda to show the world how “successful” their attack was. Whether or not the damage was significant doesn’t matter. The emotional impact of such images can shape global opinions and rally support for further aggression..
Then there’s the issue of public panic. Seeing constant updates and visuals of missile impacts whether real or exaggerated can cause anxiety, fear, and even chaos among civilians. Israel wants to keep the population informed, yes, but not overwhelmed or frightened by graphic, unfiltered content circulating freely on social media.
" Israel has instructed the public not to publish or share the locations and footage of any of the hits from the retaliation barrage of missiles launched by Iran. Israel has done this before, including when it came to reporting the death toll from their battles with Hamas on their own side.
The government also forbade journalists from reporting freely inside the countrysomething many journalists see as an attempt to hide the truth. And now, Israel is doing it again.This instruction is clear proof that Israel does not want journalists or the media to cover the true extent of the damage Israel has sustained of war with IRAN and HAMAS inside the country".
Also, some missile strikes might reveal sensitive areas like military sites, strategic locations, or vulnerabilities in Israel’s defense systems (for example, a gap in the Iron Dome coverage). Broadcasting these weaknesses could encourage further targeted attacks. So it's not just about public safety it's about keeping vital information out of the wrong hands
You may also read "How Did Israel Know Exactly Where to Hit? Is Mossad Behind It?"
Israel also has a system of military censorship during times of national emergency. The goal is not to silence the press but to ensure that operational and tactical details aren’t leaked before the army has a chance to respond. This censorship is temporary and used only when necessary to protect national security..
In short, when Israel tells people not to post or share images or videos from missile strike locations, it’s not trying to hide from the world. It’s doing what any country under threat would do protect its people, deny useful info to the enemy, and control chaos before it spreads. In a world where every smartphone is a potential broadcast station, a media blackout is one of the last lines of defense
Let’s start with the basics: security. If a missile lands in Israel and people immediately post photos or footage of the exact location, that’s extremely valuable intelligence for Iran. It helps them see if their missiles hit the right target or if they need to adjust the next round. By restricting the release of that information, Israel is making sure its enemies don’t get a free damage report..
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| Iran launches new wave of strikes against Israel. Image from Al Jazeera English |
Now imagine this: a video shows smoke rising from a hit site, people running in panic, and sirens blaring in the background. That clip could go viral in seconds and be used by Iran or its allies as propaganda to show the world how “successful” their attack was. Whether or not the damage was significant doesn’t matter. The emotional impact of such images can shape global opinions and rally support for further aggression..
Then there’s the issue of public panic. Seeing constant updates and visuals of missile impacts whether real or exaggerated can cause anxiety, fear, and even chaos among civilians. Israel wants to keep the population informed, yes, but not overwhelmed or frightened by graphic, unfiltered content circulating freely on social media.
Also, some missile strikes might reveal sensitive areas like military sites, strategic locations, or vulnerabilities in Israel’s defense systems (for example, a gap in the Iron Dome coverage). Broadcasting these weaknesses could encourage further targeted attacks. So it's not just about public safety it's about keeping vital information out of the wrong hands
You may also read "How Did Israel Know Exactly Where to Hit? Is Mossad Behind It?"
Israel also has a system of military censorship during times of national emergency. The goal is not to silence the press but to ensure that operational and tactical details aren’t leaked before the army has a chance to respond. This censorship is temporary and used only when necessary to protect national security..
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