article_snippet.sent: Online propaganda is an integral part of this process, with the group using scores of social media accounts to disseminate the group messages to youths around the world.
article_snippet.sent: In February, Australia's Attorney-General George Brandis announced an $18 million initiative to battle extremist propaganda in Australia.
article_snippet.sent: The operation, which will be launched in July, will employ a team of technology experts to assess the impact of extremist propaganda.
article_snippet.sent: The government also plans to seek the help of platforms such as Google, Twitter and Facebook, to counter extremist messages.
highlights_snippet.sent: It is believed to be the latest chapter in the group's propaganda campaign .
  