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April 9, 2026 - Comments Off on AI-Doctored Video Falsely Attributed to Shashi Tharoor Goes Viral

AI-Doctored Video Falsely Attributed to Shashi Tharoor Goes Viral

A viral video circulating on social media falsely claiming to show Indian politician Shashi Tharoor criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi over Pakistan’s role in a US-Iran ceasefire has been debunked as AI-manipulated content. Fact-checkers found that the clip was taken from an older interview and altered using AI-generated voice dubbing. Visual and audio inconsistencies, along with forensic analysis, confirmed the presence of synthetic manipulation, while no credible sources reported such remarks. The spread of the video highlights growing concerns around deepfakes and their role in shaping political narratives and misinformation during sensitive geopolitical developments.

April 8, 2026 - Comments Off on AI-Doctored Video Falsely Shows Indian Anchor Reacting to Pakistan’s Diplomatic Role

AI-Doctored Video Falsely Shows Indian Anchor Reacting to Pakistan’s Diplomatic Role

A viral video claiming to show an Indian news anchor angrily reacting to Pakistan’s role in brokering a US-Iran ceasefire has been debunked as false and AI-manipulated. Fact-checkers identified multiple visual inconsistencies, including distorted objects and incoherent on-screen text, while forensic tools confirmed the audio was largely AI-generated. The clip was widely circulated by social media accounts and public figures, amplifying a misleading narrative around regional diplomacy. Experts warn that such AI-generated content is increasingly being used to influence public perception and fuel information warfare during sensitive geopolitical developments.

April 6, 2026 - Comments Off on Old Video Misused as ‘Captured US Pilot’ in Iran War Disinformation

Old Video Misused as ‘Captured US Pilot’ in Iran War Disinformation

A viral video widely shared across social media falsely claimed to show Iranian forces capturing an American pilot after shooting down a US fighter jet. The footage, which garnered millions of views across platforms, was circulated by multiple accounts in different languages amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. However, fact-checking revealed that the video is unrelated to the conflict and actually shows a Libyan soldier performing a parachute jump, originally posted in March. Visual analysis confirmed identical elements, including the parachute and surroundings, proving the footage was repurposed. Experts warn that such misleading content thrives during conflicts, exploiting public interest and contributing to confusion and information disorder online.

March 4, 2026 - Comments Off on Viral video of remarks by Senate opposition is fake

Viral video of remarks by Senate opposition is fake

A viral video claiming that Pakistan’s Senate opposition leader has said that Pakistan allowed the United States to use its airspace for attacks against Iran has been found to be false by iVerify. The video began spreading on X (formerly Twitter) showing Allama Raja Nasir Abbas making controversial remarks about Pakistan's involvement in US military operations against Iran. It was determined that the video was manipulated and the original audio was replaced with AI-generated information.

February 3, 2026 - Comments Off on Fact Check: Video tying former cricket players to Epstein files is fake

Fact Check: Video tying former cricket players to Epstein files is fake

A viral video circulating on social media claimed to tie former Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram said Imran Khan visited Jeffrey Epstein's island has been found to be fake. The clip was shared by multiple pro-PML-N accounts on X early February 2026 and presented an excerpt from a podcast that alleged Imran Khan and others were flown to the island on a private plane. According to iVerify at Dawn, there was no such statement made in the original podcast – traced back to an Australian podcast from 2022 – by Wasim Akram. 

May 9, 2025 - Comments Off on Flood of Misinformation Clouds India-Pakistan Tensions

Flood of Misinformation Clouds India-Pakistan Tensions

As tensions rise between India and Pakistan, social media platforms are being overwhelmed with misinformation, including fake videos, AI-generated imagery, and mislabelled conflict footage.

Since the early hours of 7 May, fact-checkers and digital forensics teams have debunked dozens of viral posts. False claims range from AI-generated drone footage to simulations and old war footage from Gaza, Ukraine, and even video games.

Indian and Pakistani media outlets, as well as prominent journalists, have circulated outdated or fabricated visuals, including a missile clip from Israel’s 2023 Gaza strikes and footage from the 2020 Beirut explosion.

India's Press Information Bureau has flagged at least 21 fake posts, including a widely shared civil defence “advisory” that it labelled as misinformation.

Experts warn that algorithm-driven content prioritizes engagement over truth, fueling an online information war where the line between fact and fiction continues to blur.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/asia/india/operation-sindoor-fake-news-india-pakistan-strikes-b2747183.html