The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have sparked controversy after releasing AI-generated images in a "Studio Ghibli style." While AI-generated "Ghibli-style" art has become a popular trend among social media users, the IDF's attempt to join the craze has drawn widespread criticism online.
On March 30, the IDF's official English account on X posted four AI-generated images featuring Israeli military personnel and equipment in a whimsical, Ghibli-inspired aesthetic. The post read, "We thought we'd also hop on the Ghibli trend."
The images included:
- Two infantry soldiers holding rifles atop a defensive structure adorned with the Israeli flag.
- A sailor operating an anti-aircraft gun and communicating with a colleague.
- A pilot and navigator aboard an F-15 fighter jet during a mission.
- An Israeli Navy warship escorting an oil tanker.
While some viewers appreciated the artistic attempt, the post quickly faced backlash from many online users. Critics expressed outrage, writing comments like, "How dare you?", "You just ruined it," and "Delete your account."
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