Videos and images claiming to show Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dancing have been widely shared online during the Russia-Ukraine war. However, our fact-checking confirms that these are deepfake creations, digitally altering someone else’s body to appear as Zelenskyy. Social Media Claim A Facebook video purportedly shows that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is dressed as a […]
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After an official meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy, a viral image comparing two photos of Zelenskyy, one in a suit and the other not, has been shared. The post questions why Zelenskyy didn’t wear a uniform during the meeting, implying it was a sign of disrespect to the host country. However, our investigation reveals that […]
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While USAID has provided billions of dollars in aid to Ukraine since Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022, a widely circulated photo showing stacks of banknotes in a room has been falsely claimed to depict USAID money found in the home of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The image quickly gained traction on social media, sparking widespread […]
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Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky have met several times, including at the UN General Assembly. Meanwhile, a viral claim suggested Zelensky refused to shake hands with Guterres, However, we have found the above claim is misleading. Social Media Claim A photo shared on […]
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Shortly after Trump declared victory in the election earlier this month, a photo emerged showing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appearing to cry while standing next to current US President Joe Biden. This image has received a mixed reaction from social media users. However, after conducting a Google Reverse Image Search, we discovered that the photos […]
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The devastating Russian-Ukrainian war has been ongoing for several years, with the United States and NATO providing support to Ukraine. In this context, a significant amount of misleading information regarding the situation is being spread on social media. Social Media Posts Social media posts claim that Russia has declared war against the USA. FB | […]
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The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has resulted in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people. Concurrently, tensions between Russia and the United States are escalating, exacerbating the situation. Numerous misleading claims about military exercises and related activities are also circulating, contributing to the confusion and complexity of the conflict. Social Media Posts […]
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A video circulating on social media claims to show the sale of fake Ukrainian passports. The video alleges that two employees of a Ukrainian consulate in Poland were selling fake Ukrainian passports. Social Media Claims A Facebook user posted a video with a “United24” logo in the upper corner, with a caption that read, “Consulate […]
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Currently, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is on a tour in the United States, seeking increased assistance in the ongoing conflict with Russia. However, there have been instances of misleading information circulating regarding his visit. Our investigation aims to shed light on one such misleading video. Social Media Posts Viral social media posts suggest Ukrainian President […]
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In the modern era, false news is often used as a weapon to influence public opinion and harm opponents. It can be used in political campaigns and international conflicts to cause reputational harm, create controversy, and even provoke violence. In the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, false news has been particularly destructive, with both […]
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