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Facebook Removes a Fresh Batch of Iran-Linked Fake Accounts

Outside researchers tipped Facebook off that a social media community was once pushing Iranian pursuits, posing as reporters, or even impersonating politicians.
Outside researchers tipped Facebook off that a social media network was pushing Iranian interests, posing as journalists, and even impersonating politicians.

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Author: Wired

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