Tag: conflict verification
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Mass Drone Attacks: Verifying Ukraine and Russia Strikes
Overview: What the claims say Overnight, social media and news outlets circulated videos and claimed scenes from drone-related strikes in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. BBC Verify has undertaken checks to verify the authenticity and context of these clips, focusing on whether the footage depicts actual attacks, who was involved, where they occurred, and the timing.…
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BBC Verify confirms Gaza City execution footage amid reports of factional fighting
Overview: Verifying the distressing footage A recent BBC Verify report confirms a graphic video showing a public execution in Gaza City. As armed groups vie for control in the wake of renewed clashes, journalists face the challenge of authenticating footage while avoiding sensationalism. This verification is essential for informing the public and counteracting misinformation in…