Lebanon in Times of Change: An Analysis of the Role of Social Media in `October the 17th Revolution`

Authors : Racha EL HALABI

Pages : 340-347

Doi:10.37679/trta.1063994

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Publication Date : 2022-01-30

Article Type : Other Papers

Abstract :In the analytical article below, we review the `17th of October Revolution` in Lebanon, protests of which erupted in 2019, addressing some of the facts and occurrences from the perspective of digital platforms and activists in the cyberspace. This article will examine several axes: platforms’ role in initiating protests and controlling the street’s rhythm, platforms becoming an alternative to traditional media, and the fake news that spread among activists.
Keywords : TRT, Whatsapp, Lübnan, Social Media