The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) highlighted a social media post circulating widely, falsely claiming the detention of an Indian national in Saudi Arabia for espionage on behalf of Israel. The post alleged that Saudi authorities arrested two individuals, including an Indian, linked to Israel’s Mossad for planning bomb attacks to implicate Iran. Dismissing the claim as unfounded, the MEA cautioned against believing such misinformation online.
The MEA emphasized vigilance against baseless and unverified assertions on social media, addressing the viral post directly. This misinformation is part of a broader trend of false information related to tensions in West Asia. Official sources have not corroborated the specific allegation of an Indian’s detention in Saudi Arabia in connection with the alleged conspiracy, according to a government official.
The misleading post originated from an account named ‘Amoxicillin’ on a social media platform, known for sharing politically biased content and unverified information. This account often promotes narratives favoring the Congress party while criticizing the BJP and its supporters. It has a history of praising Rahul Gandhi and disparaging those associated with right-wing political groups.
The MEA’s response underscores the need for caution amid the proliferation of misinformation on social media, especially during times of heightened international tensions. Authorities continue to caution the public about the rapid spread of unverified claims online.
