Researchers say Israeli government likely behind AI-generated disinfo campaign in Iran

Citizen Lab (with Clemson’s Darren Linvill) details “PRISONBREAK,” an Israeli-backed influence campaign on X that used AI-generated deepfakes and fabricated news branding to stir unrest in Iran, timing posts to coincide with real-world strikes—especially the June 24 attack on Evin Prison—suggesting prior knowledge and coordination; while most posts had limited traction, one AI-spliced video gained significant engagement, and attribution points to Israeli government involvement or contractors (e.g., STOIC, Team Jorge, Archimedes), with the operation ongoing.