Twitter Iran Military Disinfo: X's Role in the Israel-Iran Conflict
X's Verification Crisis Fuels Disinformation in the Iran-Israel Conflict The simmering conflict between Israel and Iran is now raging on X (formerly Twitter), fueled by a flood of information—and misinformation— emanating from accounts claiming to represent Iranian military interests. This isn't just online chatter; it's a digital battleground where facts and fiction collide with potentially devastating real-world consequences. X's shift to a paid verification system has exacerbated the problem, making it increasingly difficult to distinguish genuine sources from cleverly crafted disinformation campaigns....