Haaretz, Libération Link Fake Gaza Charity to Israeli Firm BlackCore in Meta Ad Campaign
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Updated · Haaretz · Jun 11
Haaretz, Libération Link Fake Gaza Charity to Israeli Firm BlackCore in Meta Ad Campaign
2 articles · Updated · Haaretz · Jun 11
Summary
Sadaqah Palestine presented itself as a Gaza relief nonprofit, complete with a donation form, social accounts and paid ads on Meta platforms, but a Haaretz-Libération investigation says it was part of a disinformation operation.
BlackCore, an Israeli influence firm already under investigation in France, is identified by the outlets as the operation's infrastructure link.
The reported campaign used the bogus humanitarian fund alongside a wider digital network that included fake fitness coaches, Vietnamese bots and Facebook ads targeting British users.
The case broadens scrutiny of influence operations that mimic charities and exploit Gaza-related aid appeals to drive political messaging, in this instance an anti-left campaign in France.
As fake charities master online trust, are good intentions the biggest vulnerability for digital donors?
How does the 'disinformation-for-hire' industry turn humanitarian crises into political weapons?
Digital Deception Exposed: BlackCore, Sadaqah Palestine, and the Battle for France’s 2026 Election Integrity
Overview
Recent investigations in June 2026 uncovered that an organization called "Sadaqah Palestine" operated a website with an online payment form, but was not registered as a legitimate charity in the UK. The true purpose of this operation remains unclear, as reports suggest it may have aimed to collect funds, gather personal data, or both. This deceptive method has been linked to broader digital interference tactics, not only in France but also in other countries. The case highlights how fake charities can be used as tools for foreign election interference, raising concerns about public trust and the security of democratic processes.