Is Indian RAW Agent Behind Hamas Leader’s Death?

The Fake News

Global Affairs
The Geopolitical Economist
3 min readAug 3, 2024

--

In recent days, a bizarre and fascinating story has been unfolding, capturing the attention of the Turkish media and reverberating through several other countries. The central figure in this tale is a mysterious name: Amit Na Kesh. This name has been repeatedly mentioned in Turkish media, sparking curiosity and confusion. The crux of the story revolves around the assassination of a Hamas leader in Tehran, Iran.

The Hamas leader, while staying in a guest house in Tehran, was killed in a massive blast. Initial reports suggested that Mossad, the Israeli intelligence agency, was behind the attack. It was speculated that Mossad had been planning the operation for two months, eventually planting a bomb in the guest house that detonated when the Hamas leader arrived. This shocking event garnered widespread attention and speculation.

The Role of Turkish Media

Turkish media quickly picked up the story but with a twist. They began to circulate articles suggesting a conspiracy between Mossad and India’s intelligence agency, RAW (Research and Analysis Wing). According to these reports, Mossad had collaborated with RAW to orchestrate the assassination and the execution of the final phase was entrusted to an individual named Amit Na Kesh. This narrative quickly spread, finding traction not only in Turkey but also in Bangladesh and Pakistan. As the story gained momentum, it became evident that it was based on a false premise. There was no person named Amit Na Kesh. The name itself was a clever pun, a play on words that was misunderstood and amplified by the media. In reality, “Amit Na Kesh” is a Hebrew phrase that sounds like an Indian name but translates to “I have not killed” or “I am not a killer” in English. This revelation came as a shock to the Turkish media, which had to retract their stories and apologise for the misinformation.

The Impact of Fake News

This incident underscores the ease with which fake news can spread and the critical importance of fact-checking. The Turkish media’s swift acceptance and dissemination of the false story highlight the vulnerability of journalism to misinformation. It also reflects the current global environment, where allegations of espionage and covert operations are not uncommon. India’s intelligence activities have been under scrutiny in various countries, including Canada, the USA, and Australia. Accusations have been made about RAW’s involvement in several high-profile incidents, adding a layer of plausibility to the fabricated story of Amit Na Kesh. This context contributed to the rapid spread of the false narrative.

The tale of Amit Na Kesh is a cautionary one, illustrating how quickly false information can be accepted and propagated as truth. It serves as a reminder of the importance of rigorous journalism and the necessity of verifying information before publication. As the Turkish media learned, falling for a cleverly crafted hoax can lead to widespread misinformation and damage to credibility.

--

--

Global Affairs
The Geopolitical Economist

Antônio --📝 Writer | 🧠 Research & Analysis | 🚀 Leadership