The Role of X “Twitter” in the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict a Focus on MFA’s Official Accounts

Authors : Abbas Celik, Nevfel Boz, Khalid Elawaisi

Pages : 1-13

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Publication Date : 2024-06-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This research delves into the role of Twitter in the Israel-Palestine conflict, particularly focusing on the use of tweets by the Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates (MFA). The Israel-Palestine conflict, with its deep historical roots and multifaceted dimensions involving land, identity, and sovereignty, presents a unique case study for examining the influence of social media on conflict dynamics. This study aims to explore how Twitter, a platform crucial to modern political discourse and public opinion formation, is utilized by these official entities to propagate narratives, shape perceptions, and potentially influence diplomacy efforts. By analysing the content of tweets from these official accounts, the study seeks to understand how digital diplomacy through Twitter can act as a facilitator. It considers the broader sociopolitical context, including the influence of mainstream media and international actors, to provide a comprehensive view of X\'s role in the conflict. The research is guided primary question: How do the Twitter accounts of the Israeli and Palestinian Ministries of Foreign Affairs communicate to Twitter/ X’s users during the October 7 War?
Keywords : Sosyal Medya, Çatışma, Filistin, İsrail, İletişim, Dışişleri Bakanlık

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