Former Mossad Chief Admits to Widespread Booby-Trapped Devices
The Young TurksDecember 5, 20259 min53,115 views
12 connectionsΒ·17 entities in this videoβMossad's Global Deployment of Rigged Devices
- π‘ Yossi Cohen, former Director of Mossad, revealed that Israel has deployed booby-trapped and manipulated equipment in numerous countries worldwide.
- π― These devices, including rigged pagers and walkie-talkies, have been used as explosive devices, notably targeting Hezbollah.
- β οΈ The use of such devices has resulted in significant civilian casualties, with specific incidents in Lebanon causing numerous deaths and injuries, including children.
The Propaganda War and International Perception
- π Cohen acknowledged a significant failure in the information war, noting a stark imbalance in pro-Palestinian versus pro-Israeli content on platforms like TikTok.
- π£οΈ He admitted that Israel has "not even tried" to engage in this propaganda battle.
- π The discussion highlights that Israel's international isolation is perceived as a greater security threat than immediate military opposition.
Criticism of Israeli Actions and Propaganda
- π« The hosts argue that Israel's actions, particularly in Gaza, have led to widespread condemnation and cannot be overcome by propaganda.
- π The narrative of live-streamed atrocities and the targeting of civilians, including children, has solidified a negative global perception.
- πΊ Attempts to use influencers or promote pro-Israel narratives are seen as ineffective against the overwhelming evidence of alleged war crimes and human rights abuses.
Israel's Perceived Inability to Gain Positive PR
- π Cohen expressed frustration that even perceived positive actions by Israel, such as operations in Iran, receive minimal positive public relations before public opinion turns negative.
- π The argument is made that Israel is not acting for the good of the world, but rather pursuing an expansionist project.
- π The hosts strongly condemn the actions and self-perception of Israeli officials, labeling them as terrorists whose actions lead to mass migration and refugee crises.
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MossadYossi CohenBooby-trapped devicesRigged equipmentHezbollahLebanonGazaPropagandaInformation warInternational perceptionCivilian casualtiesWar crimesHuman rights abusesIsraelPalestine
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