Recent analysis highlighted an Iranian information operation targeting Ireland, while accounts linked to Russia and China posted about the fuel protests
Ciarán O'Connor: Why are social media accounts linked to Iran, Russia and China posting about Ireland?
An Iranian information operation targeted Ireland via social media, while Russian and Chinese-linked accounts amplified fuel protests. The operation leverages disinformation to influence public opinion and destabilize social cohesion, with no direct technical compromise of systems. Irish government, media outlets, and civil society are primary targets and affected parties.