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Contradictory War Reports Confuse Lebanese Voters
The studies conducted by the "Lebanese Association for Electoral Democracy," in collaboration with the "Sawaab" platform and with support from the German "Heinrich Böll Foundation," revealed that misinformation spread during the Lebanese war contributed to the reproduction of harmful narratives, including accusations, treachery, threats, and sectarian divisions in Lebanon. The study clarifies that these discourses, primarily used during March and April 2026, were not created from scratch; rather, existing sectarian narratives were reactivated, with their dissemination and impact amplified through digital platforms—especially as the media environment deteriorated and social media algorithms intensified their reach. Such narratives—including accusations, conspiracy theories, sectarian identity, and inciting rhetoric—serve to fuel divisions and undermine the integrity of electoral processes, as misinformation influences voters' opinions and political decisions over the long term. The studies call for increased awareness, education, and responsible media practices to confront this phenomenon, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking when receiving news to distinguish between fact and fiction.
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