The Israeli military censor on Monday imposed strict restrictions on coverage of the ongoing regional war, ordering journalists not to publish information about missiles landing at military sites in the country, Anadolu Agency reports.
The move came after Israel reignited tensions Sunday evening by bombing the Lebanese capital Beirut, triggering retaliatory missile attacks from Iran. Israel responded by launching waves of airstrikes against Iranian targets inside the country.
The military censor said in a circular sent to journalists that they must fully comply with its instructions regarding any Iranian or Hezbollah fire toward Israel.
“Do not publish the exact number of missiles launched in each volley. You may use general phrases such as scattered missiles or dozens, but not precise numbers,” the instructions said.
“Do not publish reports about missiles that fell before reaching their target or crashed along their path. Instead, say they did not reach their destination,” the circular said.
