COM3705
ASSIGNMENT 1 (SEMESTER 2)
DUE DATE: 30 August 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than …August 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
1. INTRODUCTION (5 MARKS)
This assignment explores the impact of international communication on war and armed conflicts,
focusing on the recent Israeli-Palestinian conflict that began in 2023. The ongoing hostilities
between Israel and Hamas, a militant group that controls the Gaza Strip, have reignited global
debates on media coverage, information dissemination, and the role of communication in shaping
international perceptions. These themes tie into the broader discussions in this module, which
examine the complexities of global media flows, the inequalities inherent in these systems, and the
consequences for conflict coverage.
2. Role of International Communication in War and Armed Conflicts (10 Marks)
International communication plays a critical role in shaping global narratives during wars and armed
conflicts. It involves the exchange of information across borders, where media outlets,
governments, and even individuals contribute to the dissemination of news and perspectives.
During conflicts, international communication can influence public opinion, mobilize international
support or condemnation, and even affect diplomatic relations. For instance, in the Israeli-
Palestinian conflict, media outlets from different regions may present contrasting narratives, either
ASSIGNMENT 1 (SEMESTER 2)
DUE DATE: 30 August 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than …August 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
1. INTRODUCTION (5 MARKS)
This assignment explores the impact of international communication on war and armed conflicts,
focusing on the recent Israeli-Palestinian conflict that began in 2023. The ongoing hostilities
between Israel and Hamas, a militant group that controls the Gaza Strip, have reignited global
debates on media coverage, information dissemination, and the role of communication in shaping
international perceptions. These themes tie into the broader discussions in this module, which
examine the complexities of global media flows, the inequalities inherent in these systems, and the
consequences for conflict coverage.
2. Role of International Communication in War and Armed Conflicts (10 Marks)
International communication plays a critical role in shaping global narratives during wars and armed
conflicts. It involves the exchange of information across borders, where media outlets,
governments, and even individuals contribute to the dissemination of news and perspectives.
During conflicts, international communication can influence public opinion, mobilize international
support or condemnation, and even affect diplomatic relations. For instance, in the Israeli-
Palestinian conflict, media outlets from different regions may present contrasting narratives, either
