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IDF Orders Freeze on All Non-Official Social Media Accounts Ahead of Israeli Elections
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · 16 hours ago
What happened
The IDF has ordered a freeze on all non-official social media accounts to ensure message unity ahead of Israel's elections, following controversies involving unauthorized accounts and inappropriate content. Only official IDF accounts will remain active, with exceptions requiring spokesperson approval.
- 01IDF freezes all non-official social media accounts ahead of Knesset elections.
- 02Only official IDF and main branch accounts may remain active under spokesperson approval.
- 03Directive aims to maintain message consistency and state neutrality during elections.
- 04Controversies included a spokesperson soldier's photo with influencer linked to offensive content.
- 05Another incident involved an influencer dancing in IDF uniform at an unauthorized recruitment booth.
- 06IDF clarified such behavior does not represent its values or event purposes.
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