Ex-Israeli troops masquerade as pro-Palestinian activists in New York
Former members of the Israeli army staged fake pro-Palestinian protests across New York City to steer conversations toward Israel’s viewpoint.
A group of ex-Israeli soldiers organized demonstrations that appeared to support the Palestinian cause at several sites in New York City. Their aim was to engage passersby before shifting the dialogue to favor Israel. The operation was coordinated by Frontline Advocates, a nonprofit that works closely with the Israeli government.
Why it matters
It reveals a covert tactic to shape U.S. public opinion on the Israel-Palestine issue.
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