Iran Fires Missiles at Israel: Fact Check

Iran launched approximately 180 missiles towards Israel, with most intercepted by Israel’s Iron Dome defense system. Some missiles did hit targets in Israel, leading to the circulation of several videos and photos online. However, some of these videos were found to be unrelated or recycled footage taken out of context.

This Explosion Actually Happened in Yemen, Not Israel

A video claiming to show Iran’s attack on Israel was proven false, as it was actually footage of an explosion in a Yemen gas station. This misinformation demonstrates the prevalence of misleading content during conflicts.

Misleading Videos About Mossad Headquarters Attacks

Other videos falsely claimed to show attacks on Mossad headquarters in Tel Aviv but were actually explosions that occurred in Tianjin, China many years ago. While missiles did strike near Mossad headquarters recently, the building itself was not hit.

Debunked: Netanyahu Escaping to a Bunker

A viral video purportedly showing Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu running to a bunker was proven to be an older clip from the Knesset, not a recent escape. Misinformation like this underscores the need for fact-checking in a digital age.

The Fake Wedding Under Missile Fire

An image of a couple marrying under a sky filled with missiles claimed to be from Beirut was digitally manipulated. It was debunked by analyzing key visual components and identifying inconsistencies, highlighting the prevalence of altered images online.

Fact-checked by: Rachel Baig