Israeli Government Funding Covert Online Influence Campaign in the U.S.
Israeli government funded covert online influence campaign targeting U.S. lawmakers over Gaza war. Websites linked to Israeli political consulting firm STOIC aimed to sway Democratic support for Israel. Former ambassador criticized the campaign, tech companies found no traction online. Israeli Minister denied allegations, researcher raised concerns about spreading hate and fear. Other reports found similar fake accounts tied to STOIC. Israel has a history of digital media influence efforts.