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Secret Communications Reveal Israeli PM Office's Media Strategy During October 2024 Iran Airstrikes

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Secret Communications Reveal Israeli PM Office's Media Strategy During October 2024 Iran Airstrikes
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First reported by Channel 13 · 3 hours ago

What happened

Internal communications from Israel's October 2024 airstrikes on Iran reveal direct orders from PM Chief of Staff Tzachi Braverman to advisor Eli Feldstein to manage media narratives, including targeting Defense Minister Yoav Galant over a damaging photo. The messages show close coordination during the operation and strategic media handling.

  • 01Internal messages reveal direct orders to Eli Feldstein during October 2024 Iran airstrikes.
  • 02Chief of Staff Tzachi Braverman instructed Feldstein to criticize Defense Minister Yoav Galant publicly.
  • 03The operation involved dozens of Israeli jets targeting Iranian military and missile sites.
  • 04Feldstein monitored media and sought guidance on public messaging throughout the night.
  • 05A photo from Galant's office was deemed a PR failure and used strategically by the PMO.
  • 06Feldstein confirmed receiving instructions and actively engaged in media briefings during the operation.

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew3 hours ago
Secret Communications Reveal Israeli PM Office's Media Strategy During October 2024 Iran Airstrikes
Channel 13Center · Hebrew3 hours ago
Exposed Messages Reveal Close Ties and Directives Between Eli Feldstein and Tzachi Braverman During 2024 Iran Strike

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