What Iran and Russia tell Israeli audiences
Narratives pushed at audiences in Israel by Iranian state media, documented influence-operation networks and Russian state media — in Hebrew, Arabic, Persian, Russian and English.
Predicting demographic collapse through “record flight” from Israel
Israelis are being told of an inevitable state decline due to a mass exodus of citizens driven by war and economic crisis. The manipulative use of statistics aims to create the impression that the country is becoming uninhabitable, pushing the population toward panic and despair about the future.
Predicting Israeli technological impotence against “invincible” Iranian weaponry
Iranian outlets promote an image of Tehran’s absolute military superiority, claiming the ability to bypass Western electronic warfare and shoot down advanced US and Israeli aircraft. The campaign aims to erode Israelis' confidence in their own technological edge and the effectiveness of their air defence systems.
Amplifying the threat of economic blockade through Iran’s “total control” over the Strait of Hormuz
Iranian outlets portray Tehran as the sole master of the Strait of Hormuz, capable of halting global trade until its political demands are met. This campaign presents the blockade of shipping as a fait accompli designed to force Israel and the US to capitulate in regional conflicts.
Cultivating helplessness through the portrayal of “invincible” Iranian weaponry
Iranian state outlets promote an image of total military superiority by Tehran and its allies over regional targets. By showcasing new missiles and reporting successful strikes on neighbouring countries, they push the Israeli audience toward the conclusion that resistance is futile and the defeat of Western-aligned defence systems is inevitable.