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Over 300 Arrested for Spreading Misinformation Amid Conflict

3/11/2026

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Authorities Crackdown

In Qatar, the Department for Combating Economic and Cyber Crimes detained over 300 people for sharing misleading information amid Iranian attacks.
The arrests targeted those who circulated videos and rumors that could incite public unrest.
Similar actions occurred in Bahrain, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates, where authorities warned against sharing sensitive content related to the conflict.
Despite the warnings, images of the attacks continue to spread on social media.

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Iran Arrests Spies

Iran's Intelligence Ministry announced it arrested dozens, including a foreign national, for spying for enemies.
The ministry said 30 spies and agents tied to the United States and Israel were arrested recently.
The announcement followed February 28 air strikes by the United States and Israel that the ministry said killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Rights groups allege these arrests may be politically motivated.

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Authorities Crackdown

In Qatar, the Department for Combating Economic and Cyber Crimes detained over 300 people for sharing misleading information amid Iranian attacks.
The arrests targeted those who circulated videos and rumors that could incite public unrest.
Similar actions occurred in Bahrain, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates, where authorities warned against sharing sensitive content related to the conflict.
Despite the warnings, images of the attacks continue to spread on social media.

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