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Images of war in Ukraine used to falsely illustrate Israeli ground offensive in Gaza – Truth or Fake
Since the second phase of the war between Israel and Hamas began over the weekend, some social media users have been sharing images purporting to show Israel’s ground offensive in Gaza. But these are actually images of the war in Ukraine. We tell you more in this edition of Truth or Fake.
FACT CHECK: No, German Satirical Magazine Cover Does Not Show Comparison Between Israelis and Ukrainians | Check Your Fact
Verdict: False
This is not a genuine cover from Titanic. It cannot be found through a search of the publication’s social media accounts.
No evidence Russian president Vladimir Putin passed a law making those who grow or sell genetically modified foods terrorists – Africa Check
Although Russia has largely outlawed foods made from genetically modified organisms, they are still allowed in research, and there are some exceptions for imports. There is also no evidence that those who grow or sell GMOs are treated as terrorists, as claimed in spurious social media posts.
Did Russian president Vladimir Putin warn the US not to interfere in Israel-Hamas war? No, ignore old video with fake translations – Africa Check
A video has been circling social media of Putin warning the U.S. to not involve themselves in the war between Israel and Hamas. The video contained accompanying English subtitles. But, the subtitles were fabricated, and the video was originally recorded December 2022 regarding the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Posts falsely claim Ukraine issued stamps to honour Nazi figure from World War II
Canada’s recognition in parliament of Canadian-Ukrainian World War II veteran Yaroslav Hunka, who fought on the side of the Nazis, sparked public outrage in September 2023. Pro-Russian social media accounts seized the moment, alleging that Ukraine had released a postage stamp to immortalise Hunka. But the claim is false: AFP Fact Check found that the barcode on the stamp belongs to another series of Ukrainian stamps. Ukraine’s national postal service also confirmed the Hunka stamp does not exist.
Don’t believe sensationalised footage of an angel seen during the Russia-Ukraine war – Africa Check
A video uploaded in September 2023 depicts what appears to be an angel in the sky over Ukraine. However, the same video had been uploaded the year prior by a TikTok account with similar videos that all appear to be edited.
Is Ukraine Preparing to Legalize Porn Production to Raise Military Funding?
Claim: As of October 2023, the Ukrainian government was preparing to legalize the production of pornography to help fund the country’s military.
Rating: False
FACT CHECK: No, The BBC Did Not Publish A Video Claiming Bellingcat Said Hamas Used Weapons Supplied By Ukraine | Check Your Fact
Verdict: False
BBC did not publish this video nor did Bellingcat make the claim. There is no evidence that Ukraine supplied Hamas with weapons.
No, video doesn’t show Ukrainian troops surrendering to Russia, but a prisoner swap – Africa Check
A video of uniformed soldiers and tanks flying white flags taken in Ukraine is circulating on social media. It shows a temporary ceasefire in order to swap prisoners, not Ukrainian troops surrendering.
FACT CHECK: Post Falsely Claims Zero Footage Of The Russian-Ukrainian War | Check Your Fact
Verdict: False
There are thousands of videos of the Russian-Ukrainian war available.
Video shows an attack in Ukraine, not Gaza
Many claim the video shows “white phosphorus bombs” being used in the Gaza Strip.
No, this video does not show Ukrainian arms deliveries to Hamas – Truth or Fake
A viral video circulating on Russian-speaking social media accounts claims to show weapons that Ukraine sent to Hamas before the group’s attack on Israel. The same images were also used in a fabricated report belonging to a fake media investigation. In this edition of Truth or Fake, Vedika Bahl debunks these claims, with support from two weapons and open source intelligence experts.
False Claims Around Israel Attacks Include Recycled Videos and a Game Clip
“Bellingcat: Ukrainian military offensive failure and HAMAS attack linked,” opening text on the video claimed. But the BBC never published that report, and the underlying claim is unsubstantiated.
BBC did not report that Ukraine is sending arms to Hamas, a video was fabricated
CLAIM: A video shows a BBC News report confirming Ukraine provided weapons to Hamas.
AP’S ASSESSMENT: False. The widely shared video clip is fabricated. Officials with the BBC and Bellingcat, an investigative news website that is cited in the video as the source, confirm that neither outlet has reported such a claim. Experts say there is no evidence of Hamas making such a claim, either, and say there is no reason for Ukraine to arm the militant group.
FACT CHECK: Video From Russian Attack Being Falsely Shared As Phosphorus Bomb In Gaza | Check Your Fact
Verdict: False
The post is miscaptioned. The video depicts a Russian attack on Ukraine from March.
FACT CHECK: Viral X Post Falsely Claims Hamas Thanked Ukraine For UK Naval Drones | Check Your Fact
Verdict: False
There is no evidence supporting the claim. A photo included in the post originally stems from a November 2022 EurAsian Times article.
FACT CHECK: Did Vladimir Putin Warn The U.S. Not To Interfere In The Israel-Palestine War? | Check Your Fact
Putin does not mention Israel or Palestine, but rather, discusses the threat of nuclear war in relation to the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine
Israeli military spokesperson shuts down rumors of Ukraine weapons used by Hamas
Russian propaganda channel RT Arabic asked the Israel’s IDF spokesperson Avichay Adraee about “Ukraine providing Western weaponry to Hamas” several times.
Lt. Colonel Adraee replied: “I do not comment on such fabrications and lies.”
No, Volodymyr Zelensky’s wife doesn’t have a ‘Russian passport’ – Truth or Fake
A video circulating on X, as well as several Russian media outlets, claims Olena Zelenska’s “Russian passport” was discovered in a raid of the couple’s flat in occupied Crimea. However, there are several inconsistencies suggesting its inauthenticity, including the photograph and serial number. Vedika Bahl explains in this edition of Truth or Fake.
Did Ukraine’s First Lady Spend $1.1M on Cartier Jewelry During September 2023 NYC Trip?
Claim: Ukrainian first lady Olena Zelenska spent $1,100,000 on Cartier jewelry and got a salesperson fired in the process during a visit to the U.S. with her husband, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in September 2023.
Rating: False