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AI-generated videos are fueling falsehoods about Iran-Israel conflict, researchers say

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70% Informative

AI-generated videos have surfaced online purporting to show dramatic scenes from the Iran -Israel conflict.

These fabricated visuals have racked up millions of views on platforms including X and TikTok .

Researchers say some of the content is being amplified on X by a coordinated network of accounts promoting Iranian opposition messaging.

VR Score

61

Informative language

55

Neutral language

25

Article tone

formal

Language

English

Language complexity

67

Offensive language

not offensive

Hate speech

not hateful

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not detected

Known propaganda techniques

not detected

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short-lived

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