As Israel intensifies attacks on Lebanon and seeks to entrench its occupation of southern Lebanese territory despite repeated ceasefire violations, another front of the war is coming into focus: psychological operations conducted through some of the world's most popular technology platforms . In August 2024, the United States military ran ads on
Tinder’s Secret War: How Israel used the Dating App in the Propaganda Battle for South Lebanon
In 2024, U.S. Central Command used Tinder to target Lebanese users amid Israel’s war and attempted occupation of southern Lebanon. The campaign offers a rare glimpse into how Silicon Valley platforms are increasingly being integrated into modern military and intelligence operations.
