04.03.2026 15:00
Images of an Mi-17 helicopter, which the Israeli army claims to have struck, have sparked controversy. Investigations revealed that the target was not a real helicopter but a deceptive silhouette drawn on the ground.
As the war between the US-Israel and Iran continues on its 5th day, a video of an attack shared by the Israeli army has become a topic of discussion on social media. The Israeli army claimed that the footage shows the downing of an Iranian Mi-17 helicopter.
SHOCKING RESULTS IN THE INVESTIGATION
However, the images were quickly examined by open-source intelligence (OSINT) experts. The analysis revealed that the target claimed to have been hit was not a real helicopter, but rather a silhouette of a helicopter drawn on the ground.
WAS IT DRAWN TO DECEIVE?
Experts believe that the silhouette in question may have been prepared as part of a decoy method used in military operations. Such methods are frequently employed to mislead enemy air attacks and protect real military assets.
While the images in question spread rapidly on social media, no new statement has been made by the Israeli army regarding the issue. This development has also brought back discussions about the accuracy of images shared during the war and propaganda wars.