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SHIFTING NARRATIVES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ISLAMIC STATE OF IRAQ AND SYRIA (ISIS) SUPPORTERS' TWITTER HASHTAG USAGE IN TÜRKIYE BEFORE AND AFTER ITS TERRITORIAL DEFEAT
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This study examines the evolution of hashtags used by Turkish supporters of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) on Twitter, comparing the predefeat period (2014–2018) with the postdefeat period (2019–2022). The analysis encompasses 312,197 tweets to identify thematic shifts and network structures. In the predefeat phase, hashtags were primarily centered on geopolitical conflicts and political discourse, with prominent hashtags like #islamdevleti (Islamic State) and #incirlikkapatilsin (Incirlik Base must be closed). The network analysis revealed a main cluster of interconnected hashtags alongside smaller, niche groups. Postdefeat, the focus shifted towards humanitarian aid, financial support, and religious themes, with hashtags such as #sadaka (charity) and #infak (alms) becoming more prominent. This period exhibited multiple smaller, independent hashtag clusters, reflecting a more fragmented thematic focus. Despite these changes, core hashtags like #islamdevleti (Islamic State) and #hilafettakip (follow the caliphate) remained consistent, indicating enduring support for ISIS ideologies. The study underscores the adaptability of terrorist propaganda strategies in response to evolving circumstances and highlights the dynamic nature of online extremist activities. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of how online platforms are leveraged by terrorist supporters to sustain and evolve their narratives over time.
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Ayrıntılar
Birincil Dil
İngilizce
Konular
Sosyoloji (Diğer)
Bölüm
Araştırma Makalesi
Yazarlar
Yayımlanma Tarihi
1 Ocak 2026
Gönderilme Tarihi
4 Ekim 2025
Kabul Tarihi
23 Kasım 2025
Yayımlandığı Sayı
Yıl 2025 Cilt: 9 Sayı: 3
APA
Tulga, A. Y. (2026). SHIFTING NARRATIVES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ISLAMIC STATE OF IRAQ AND SYRIA (ISIS) SUPPORTERS’ TWITTER HASHTAG USAGE IN TÜRKIYE BEFORE AND AFTER ITS TERRITORIAL DEFEAT. International Journal of Social And Humanities Sciences, 9(3), 85-100. https://izlik.org/JA76YY64MD
AMA
1.Tulga AY. SHIFTING NARRATIVES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ISLAMIC STATE OF IRAQ AND SYRIA (ISIS) SUPPORTERS’ TWITTER HASHTAG USAGE IN TÜRKIYE BEFORE AND AFTER ITS TERRITORIAL DEFEAT. IJSHS. 2026;9(3):85-100. https://izlik.org/JA76YY64MD
Chicago
Tulga, Ahmet Yiğitalp. 2026. “SHIFTING NARRATIVES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ISLAMIC STATE OF IRAQ AND SYRIA (ISIS) SUPPORTERS’ TWITTER HASHTAG USAGE IN TÜRKIYE BEFORE AND AFTER ITS TERRITORIAL DEFEAT”. International Journal of Social And Humanities Sciences 9 (3): 85-100. https://izlik.org/JA76YY64MD.
EndNote
Tulga AY (01 Ocak 2026) SHIFTING NARRATIVES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ISLAMIC STATE OF IRAQ AND SYRIA (ISIS) SUPPORTERS’ TWITTER HASHTAG USAGE IN TÜRKIYE BEFORE AND AFTER ITS TERRITORIAL DEFEAT. International Journal of Social And Humanities Sciences 9 3 85–100.
IEEE
[1]A. Y. Tulga, “SHIFTING NARRATIVES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ISLAMIC STATE OF IRAQ AND SYRIA (ISIS) SUPPORTERS’ TWITTER HASHTAG USAGE IN TÜRKIYE BEFORE AND AFTER ITS TERRITORIAL DEFEAT”, IJSHS, c. 9, sy 3, ss. 85–100, Oca. 2026, [çevrimiçi]. Erişim adresi: https://izlik.org/JA76YY64MD
ISNAD
Tulga, Ahmet Yiğitalp. “SHIFTING NARRATIVES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ISLAMIC STATE OF IRAQ AND SYRIA (ISIS) SUPPORTERS’ TWITTER HASHTAG USAGE IN TÜRKIYE BEFORE AND AFTER ITS TERRITORIAL DEFEAT”. International Journal of Social And Humanities Sciences 9/3 (01 Ocak 2026): 85-100. https://izlik.org/JA76YY64MD.
JAMA
1.Tulga AY. SHIFTING NARRATIVES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ISLAMIC STATE OF IRAQ AND SYRIA (ISIS) SUPPORTERS’ TWITTER HASHTAG USAGE IN TÜRKIYE BEFORE AND AFTER ITS TERRITORIAL DEFEAT. IJSHS. 2026;9:85–100.
MLA
Tulga, Ahmet Yiğitalp. “SHIFTING NARRATIVES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ISLAMIC STATE OF IRAQ AND SYRIA (ISIS) SUPPORTERS’ TWITTER HASHTAG USAGE IN TÜRKIYE BEFORE AND AFTER ITS TERRITORIAL DEFEAT”. International Journal of Social And Humanities Sciences, c. 9, sy 3, Ocak 2026, ss. 85-100, https://izlik.org/JA76YY64MD.
Vancouver
1.Ahmet Yiğitalp Tulga. SHIFTING NARRATIVES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ISLAMIC STATE OF IRAQ AND SYRIA (ISIS) SUPPORTERS’ TWITTER HASHTAG USAGE IN TÜRKIYE BEFORE AND AFTER ITS TERRITORIAL DEFEAT. IJSHS [Internet]. 01 Ocak 2026;9(3):85-100. Erişim adresi: https://izlik.org/JA76YY64MD