Digital Truth-Telling: How Social Media Exposes and Corrects Media Narratives in the Middle East

In the age of digital journalism, the line between reporting and manipulation has become increasingly blurred. The interconnected worlds of social media, citizen journalism, and traditional news outlets have created a complex ecosystem where narratives are continuously challenged, verified, and recontextualized. Two profound examples of this dynamic emerge from the Syrian conflict and the Tunisian Revolution, where digital platforms became powerful tools for exposing hidden truths.