65: PSYOP
Darknet Diaries
Psychological Operations in Warfare
This chapter recounts experiences from October 2008 in Iraq, focusing on the use of psychological operations to engage the local population and counter improvised explosive devices (IEDs). It illustrates how loudspeakers and leaflets helped raise awareness about the dangers of IEDs, leading to a significant weapons cache discovery. Additionally, the chapter explores the ethical implications of various psyops strategies, emphasizing the importance of trust between the military and the community.
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