Die Bedeutung der medialen Kommunikation in Kriegen und Konflikten

The way wars and conflicts are reported in media communication is of great importance, as certain forms of communication can contribute to (de)escalation in war and conflict situations and influence opinion-forming processes. This article deals with the framing of media content in conflicts, examines the role of news differentiation (illustrated by the example of terrorism reporting), and highlights the influences on communication processes in modern media environments (high choice media environments; social media). From a peace psychology perspective, this chapter focuses on how certain forms of media communication can contribute to the escalation and de-escalation of conflicts. It also examines the increasing importance of misinformation and disinformation in wars and conflicts. What role do misinformation and disinformation play in modern media environments and how should they be countered? This chapter provides initial answers to these questions.