The Strategy of Using Hostages' Social Media Accounts

Hamas gunmen strategically demand the cell phones of hostages and use their social media accounts, such as Facebook, to live stream the hostage situations. This new tactic allows them to document the event, showcase their strength, and spread their message to their supporters. The decision to use the hostages' personal social media accounts is deliberate and planned, serving as a form of psychological warfare and terror. Tech companies have struggled to disable these accounts quickly, and despite their efforts, the accounts often remain active for an extended period, causing further distress to the families involved.