Fact Check: Misleading Videos Circulating Regarding Recent Attacks on Ships Near Yemen

In recent events, several ships near the Yemeni shore became targets of missile and drone attacks. Unfortunately, these incidents were accompanied by the spread of misleading information on social media platforms. Our investigation aims to address the dissemination of false content, particularly focusing on a misleading video that has surfaced in connection with these attacks.

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Social media posts are sharing videos stating a recent attack on a ship near Yemen.

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We decided to do a fact check on this.

Fact Check:

Misleading Video Content:

Several social media posts are sharing videos purportedly showing a recent attack on a ship near Yemen. Upon thorough investigation using tools such as InVID, it has been determined that these videos are misleading. The footage in question is not related to the recent attacks on cargo ships but rather stems from an older incident involving a fire on a ship in the Arabian Sea.That incident happened few years ago and as per investigations, it's a result of internal fire of the ship and not a result of external attack.A report about it can be read here. A similar video uploaded to You Tube few years ago can be watched below.

Details of Recent Attack:

In reality, the recent attacks on the cargo ships occurred within previous two weeks, and it is attributed to the Yemeni Houthi group. The ongoing investigations are focused on understanding the circumstances surrounding this specific event.The more details about it can be read here

Concerns and International Response:

The series of attacks on shipping in the region, including the recent incident, has prompted concerns globally. The U.S. is advocating for a naval coalition in the Red Sea in response to these attacks.Reuters report about this can be read here

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