In the aftermath of an attack on a Gaza hospital, Hamas turned to Telegram, an online chat app, to share its version of events with its online audience. They posted photos of children killed or injured in the strike and urged their supporters to take action. Hamas has been using social media platforms to tell their side of the conflict, seeking to persuade the world that their militants are justified in their actions. They have shared videos showing their fighting force, hostages, and training drills, using professional editing techniques to make them more gripping. Hamas has been banned on major social networks, but they have turned to Telegram, where their followers have tripled since the attack. They use this platform to spread messages, propaganda, and threats, with little concern of removal. Telegram’s founder, Pavel Durov, argues that shutting down their channel may endanger more lives. It is suspected that Hamas may depend on international workers to keep their social media operation running during power and internet outages.
Hamas Utilizes Telegram to Present Its Perspective on Conflict with Israel
