A fresh storm has erupted online after a new video of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared on X, just as viral rumours across social media began falsely declaring him dead. The footage, which shows Netanyahu interacting with civilians in Israel during rising regional tensions, was meant to shut down the speculation. Instead, it triggered a new wave of digital scrutiny. Online users quickly zoomed into a strange moment in the clip where the prime minister’s ring appears to briefly vanish as his hand moves, sparking claims that the video may have been altered or generated using artificial intelligence. WATCH
18 March,2026 05:31 PM IST
The United Arab Emirates has launched a high-profile crackdown on misleading war content circulating online, arresting 35 individuals, including 19 Indian nationals, in connection with manipulated videos related to US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran. Following an extensive investigation, UAE prosecutors have fast-tracked trials for suspects accused of creating false war narratives that could incite public disorder. The UAE Attorney General, Hamad Saif Al Shams, emphasized strict digital surveillance measures to curb the spread of fabricated content and propaganda that glorifies military aggression. The investigation has categorized the accused into three distinct groups: those sharing real war footage, individuals manipulating videos using AI and propagandists promoting military escalation.
18 March,2026 05:24 PM IST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Nowruz message to the people of Iran has gone viral—but not for the reason expected. What was meant to be a message of peace quickly turned into a storm of speculation, as users online began questioning whether the video was real. From unusual visual details to claims of AI-generated voice and even viral “six-finger” theories, the internet is divided. Some believe the video could be a sophisticated deepfake, while others are calling for expert verification instead of speculation.
18 March,2026 01:02 AM IST
Is Iran's new Supreme Leader actually alive? Since his sudden ascent to power following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on February 28, 2026, Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen in public. Not a single video. Not a single speech. In this video, we deconstruct the "Information War" currently tearing through Tehran. We dive into the explosive reports from The New York Times and NY Post claiming Mojtaba was severely wounded in his legs during the opening day of the US-Israeli strikes (Operation Epic Fury).
12 March,2026 12:51 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
