Pakistan-linked disinformation campaign exposed after IRIS Dena strike
False claims target India after naval incidentFollowing the sinking of Iran’s IRIS Dena by a US submarine near Sri Lanka on March 4, a wave of misinformation surfaced online. Reports indicate that coordinated networks linked to Pakistan spread claims accusing India of sharing sensitive coordinates with the US.
Social media narrative quickly debunked
The viral hashtag alleging India’s involvement gained traction rapidly, but analysts and officials dismissed it as baseless. Investigations found no evidence supporting claims that India aided the strike, calling it a deliberate attempt to damage India’s diplomatic credibility.
Authorities highlight coordinated propaganda effort
Fact-checking agencies and experts identified the campaign as part of a broader disinformation strategy. Officials stressed that such false narratives aim to exploit geopolitical tensions and mislead public opinion during sensitive international incidents.