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Online Attacks on Israeli Journalists Surge 400%, Study Finds
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First reported by TheMarker · 17 hours ago
What happened
A study by Fake Reporter found a 404% increase in online attacks against Israeli journalists and media outlets over two years, with harassment escalating from criticism to threats and extending to families. The attacks, often triggered by news events, have also manifested in physical confrontations and vandalism.
- 01Online attacks on Israeli journalists surged 404% in two years, study finds.
- 02Harassment includes threats, insults, and conspiracy theories on X.
- 03Attacks sometimes target journalists' families and homes.
- 04Physical confrontations and vandalism have accompanied online hostility.
- 05Fake Reporter warns of threats to press freedom and public information.
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