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Executive Summary
A volcano erupted at Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau on the night of September 4, 2026. A video is being shared on social media in connection with the eruption. The video shows lava rising high into the air following a volcanic eruption, with people seen fleeing the area. Some social media users are sharing the video claiming that it shows the eruption of Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano. Research by CyberPeace found that the viral video is AI-generated. The video was created with the help of AI tools. However, four volcanoes, including Anak Krakatau, have erupted in Indonesia.
Claim
An Instagram user shared the viral video with the caption: “Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano erupted Friday night. According to MAGMA Indonesia, lava fountains were seen rising from the volcano’s crater, while ash plumes reached a height of up to 400 metres. The volcano remains at Level III, with authorities enforcing a 3-kilometre exclusion zone around the crater.”
https://www.instagram.com/reels/DdBfQprThPA/
Fact Check
To investigate the viral video, we examined it closely and noticed several inconsistencies. At the beginning of the video, people can be seen standing calmly as the volcanic eruption takes place. Shortly afterward, the vehicles parked there suddenly begin moving. In one of the cars, no driver is visible. Meanwhile, the legs of a person running on the road disappear, and the person appears to merge into the background. These visual inconsistencies raised suspicions that the viral video had been created using AI tools.
We checked the video using the AI detection tool Hive Moderation, which indicated that there was a more than 94 percent likelihood that the video was AI-generated.
We checked the keyframes of the video using the AI detection tool Was It AI, which identified the video as 97 percent likely to be AI-generated.
Conclusion
The Anak Krakatau volcano in Indonesia erupted on the night of September 4, 2026. However, our research found that the video being shared in connection with the eruption was created using AI tools. Visual inconsistencies in the footage, along with the results of AI detection tools, indicate that the video is AI-generated and does not show genuine footage of the Anak Krakatau eruption. Therefore, the claim that the viral video shows the September 4 eruption of Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano is false.
Executive Summary
A video is being shared on social media showing a female cricket player seemingly making an impressive catch in the air after rotating 360 degrees. The video is being shared with claims that the player pulled off the extraordinary catch in an incredible feat on the cricket field. Research by CyberPeace found the viral claim to be false. Our research revealed that the viral video was edited with the help of AI. The video uses actual broadcast footage from the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup match between India and New Zealand, but the 360-degree catch shown in the video was not part of the actual match.
Claim:
A video of a female cricketer making an incredible 360-degree catch is being shared on social media as a real incident from a cricket match.
https://www.instagram.com/reels/DdEca3LNT00/
Fact Check
To verify the authenticity of the viral claim, we conducted a Google search using relevant keywords. However, we did not find any credible media reports confirming the claim.
As part of the next step in our research, we conducted a reverse image search of the keyframes from the video. During the search, we found the same video on a YouTube channel, where it was identified as AI-generated.
As the next step, we scanned the viral video using the AI detection tool Hive Moderation. According to the tool’s results, there is a 70 percent probability that the video is AI-generated.
As part of the next step in our research, we scanned the viral video using an AI detection tool. According to the results, the viral video is AI-generated.
Conclusion
Our research found that the viral video was edited with the help of AI. The video uses actual broadcast footage from the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup match between India and New Zealand. However, the 360-degree catch shown in the video was not part of the actual match.
Executive Summary
A video circulating on social media, shared by a Pakistani account, claims to show Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi making a controversial statement. In the clip, he is allegedly heard saying that he requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to connect him with film director Ranjan Agnihotri so he could provide inputs and a script for a movie on “Operation Sindoor.”
However, research by CyberPeace has found that the viral video is an AI-generated deepfake. General Upendra Dwivedi has made no such statement.
Claim
A Pakistani user shared the viral video on X (formerly Twitter) on April 10, 2026, making the above claim.
Post links:
- https://x.com/DanishNawaz2773/status/2042312967811973225?s=20
- https://archive.ph/kAwoR
Fact Check
To verify the claim, we conducted keyword searches on Google but found no credible media reports supporting it. Further research led us to the original video posted on the X account of ANI. In this authentic clip, General Upendra Dwivedi is seen speaking at the ‘Ran Samwad’ seminar held in Bengaluru.
In the original video, he discusses the operational aspects of “Operation Sindoor,” including ground intelligence, cyber and electronic warfare inputs, Pakistan’s behaviour, and the challenges of a two-front scenario. There is no mention whatsoever of Pakistan mediation, Prime Minister Modi, Ranjan Agnihotri, any movie script, or a film based on Operation Sindoor.
This clearly indicates that the viral clip has been manipulated and taken out of context. The video was further analyzed using the AI detection tool DetectVideo AI, which indicated a 72% probability that the content is AI-generated. This strongly supports the conclusion that the video is a deepfake.
Conclusion
The viral claim is false. The video featuring General Upendra Dwivedi has been digitally altered using AI techniques to insert fabricated statements. The original footage is from the ‘Ran Samwad’ seminar in Bengaluru, where he spoke about military strategy and multi-domain operations, not about any film or director. There is no evidence to suggest that he made any statement regarding contacting a filmmaker or contributing to a movie script. The inclusion of such references in the viral clip is entirely fabricated. This case highlights how AI-generated deepfakes are increasingly being used to spread misinformation, especially in sensitive contexts involving the military and international relations. Viewers are advised to rely on verified sources and exercise caution before sharing such content.
Executive Summary
A video circulating on social media is being linked to the ongoing tensions in West Asia involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The clip shows an aircraft crashing into a residential area, with users claiming that a Dubai-bound plane carrying Israeli soldiers crashed near Tel Aviv airport, killing everyone on board. However, an research by the CyberPeace has found the claim to be false. The viral video is AI-generated, and no such incident has taken place in Israel.
Claim
An Instagram user “bebakawaaztv” shared the video on April 7, 2026, claiming that a Dubai aircraft carrying Israeli soldiers crashed near Tel Aviv airport in a residential area, allegedly after being hit by debris from an Iranian hypersonic missile.
Fact Check
To verify the claim, we closely examined the viral video. Several visual inconsistencies indicated that it was not real. The aircraft appears to be flying unusually low over a residential area—something that is highly improbable under normal aviation conditions. Its landing gear seems to touch rooftops without causing any visible damage. Additionally, the wings of the aircraft pass through structures like poles without any collision impact, which is physically impossible. These anomalies strongly suggested that the video was artificially created.
We further analyzed the video using the AI detection tool HIVE Moderation, which indicated a 99% probability that the content is AI-generated.
Another analysis using Sightengine also flagged the video as likely AI-generated.
Conclusion
The viral claim is false and misleading. There is no credible evidence or verified report confirming that any Dubai aircraft carrying Israeli soldiers crashed near Tel Aviv airport. No such incident has been reported by any reliable international or local media outlets. The video in question is digitally fabricated using AI technology, and the visual inconsistencies within the clip clearly indicate manipulation. Such content is often designed to exploit ongoing geopolitical tensions and spread misinformation at scale
Executive Summary
A video circulating on social media claims that Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has passed away, with users attributing the claim to American sources. However, research by the CyberPeace found the claim to be false. Our research confirms that Mojtaba Khamenei is alive and in good health.
Claim
A Facebook user shared the viral video, claiming that Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei had died.
Fact Check
To verify the claim, we conducted keyword searches on Google but found no credible media reports confirming his death. Further research led us to a report published on April 10, 2026, by ABP News. According to the report, amid discussions around a ceasefire, Mojtaba Khamenei issued a statement saying that Iran does not seek war with the United States or Israel, but as a nation, it must defend its rights.
Additionally, the image used in the viral video was analyzed using the AI detection tool HIVE Moderation. The results indicated a 99% probability that the image is AI-generated.
Conclusion
The viral claim is false and misleading. There is no credible evidence to suggest that Mojtaba Khamenei has died. On the contrary, recent verified reports confirm that he is alive and has even issued public statements on ongoing geopolitical developments. The widespread circulation of this claim appears to be driven by misinformation, amplified through social media without verification. The use of AI-generated visuals further adds to the confusion, making the content appear authentic at first glance.
Executive Summary
As Kerala gears up for its upcoming Assembly elections, political activity has intensified across the state. Amid this charged atmosphere, a purported image of Narendra Modi has gone viral on social media. The image shows the Prime Minister holding coconuts, with several photographers around him. It is being claimed that the photo was taken during his recent visit for the 2026 Kerala Assembly election campaign.
However, an research by the CyberPeace has debunked the claim, confirming that the image is fake and generated using artificial intelligence.
Claim
A Facebook user named “Javed Ahmad” shared the viral image on April 6, 2026, with a sarcastic caption suggesting that the Prime Minister was posing for reels during his Kerala visit.
- https://www.facebook.com/Ahmadspeaks4u/posts/pfbid0aRnhwXBjnfSXF9S48vaH1gTQrGQmxnRmhpJCRxMWazqLJhYs6zxM9rot51qtBgRLl
- https://perma.cc/N3AM-Q2YC
Fact Check
To verify the claim, we conducted keyword searches on Google but found no credible news reports supporting it. A reverse image search also did not yield any reliable sources. Additionally, a thorough review of the Prime Minister’s official social media accounts showed no trace of such an image or event. Given these inconsistencies, suspicion arose about the image’s authenticity.
The viral image was then analyzed using AI detection tools. Results from HIVE Moderation indicated a 99% probability that the image is AI-generated.
Another tool, Wasit AI, also confirmed that the image is artificially created.
Conclusion
The claim is false. The viral image of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is not real and has been generated using AI tools, likely similar to Google AI.
Executive Summary
A claim is circulating on social media that the U.S. military successfully rescued a missing crew member of an F-15E fighter jet in Iran. Along with this claim, a photo is being widely shared, allegedly showing the rescued U.S. airman after the high-risk operation. However, researches reveal that the viral image is not authentic and has been generated using artificial intelligence tools.
The Claim
On April 6, 2026, a social media user named “July Gaytan” shared the viral image with the caption: “Here is the photo of the U.S. airman being rescued yesterday in Iran.”
The post quickly gained traction, with many users believing it to be genuine.
- https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1724007721903888&set=a.116284172676259
- https://perma.cc/URM4-KEJA
Fact Check
Despite extensive searches, no credible media report or official source has published any real image of the rescued crew members. This raised suspicion about the authenticity of the viral photo. Hive Moderation analysis indicated a 100% probability that the image was generated using Google’s Gemini AI.
A second scan using Undetectable AI also concluded that the image is AI-generated.
Reports indicate that a U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down in Iran. The aircraft had two crew members on board: a pilot and a Weapon Systems Officer (WSO).
- The pilot was rescued shortly after the incident.
- The WSO was initially missing and remained inside Iranian territory in an injured condition.
- The U.S. later carried out a high-risk rescue operation and successfully evacuated the WSO from Iran.
U.S. President Donald Trump also confirmed the “brave and risky” rescue mission in a detailed post on his platform, Truth Social. The statement was further shared by the official White House account.
- https://x.com/WhiteHouse/status/2040644451513598220?s=20
Conclusion
The viral image claiming to show a rescued U.S. airman in Iran is not real. It has been created using AI tools, likely Google’s Gemini. While it is true that the U.S. conducted a high-risk operation to rescue the missing crew member, no authentic image of the rescue or the personnel has been publicly released.
Executive Summary
Amid reports that the U.S. military rescued a missing crew member of a fighter jet in Iran, a video is going viral on social media. The clip is being shared with the claim that it shows a U.S. F-15 pilot captured in Iran after his aircraft was shot down. In the video, the detained officer can be heard identifying himself as “Colonel David William Everly.”
However, research by the CyberPeace has found this claim to be misleading. The viral video is real but not recent. It is from the 1991 Gulf War, when U.S. Air Force Colonel David William Everly was captured in Iraq during Operation Desert Storm.
Claim
A social media user “palestinereports786” shared the video with the caption suggesting that a U.S. F-15 fighter jet was shot down over Iran and that one crew member may have been captured.
Fact Check
In the viral video, the officer is heard responding to questions, stating his name as Colonel David William Everly and identifying himself as a U.S. national and an F-15 pilot from the 4th Tactical Fighter Wing. Using these details, we conducted a news search and found several old reports confirming that this incident dates back to the 1991 Gulf War.
A report by the Los Angeles Times (April 13, 2003) recounts Everly’s experience, stating that his aircraft was shot down during the Gulf War. After evading capture for three nights, he was eventually taken prisoner and held for 43 days in multiple prisons in Baghdad, where he faced harsh treatment.
Additional references to the incident were also found on platforms such as pownetwork.org, nara.getarchive.net, and the National Air and Space Museum’s “Wall of Honor,” all documenting Everly’s captivity and eventual return to the United States. We also found an older interview of Everly, where he narrates the same incident.
According to data from acleddata.com, military tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran escalated after February 28, 2026, when operations against Iran reportedly began and are ongoing. However, reports indicate that the crew members of the recently downed F-15 aircraft were able to eject safely before the crash. Both crew members survived, and at least one has already been rescued by U.S. forces. There is no confirmed evidence that any pilot has been captured in Iran.
Conclusion
The viral video claiming to show a U.S. pilot captured in Iran is misleading. The footage is not related to any recent incident but originates from the 1991 Gulf War, when Colonel David William Everly was captured in Iraq. The old video has been shared with a false narrative to link it to the current geopolitical situation involving Iran. There is no verified evidence supporting claims that a U.S. pilot has been captured in Iran in the recent conflict.
Executive Summary
A video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is being widely shared on social media, in which he appears to announce that all ration card holders will receive free mobile phones, provided no member of their family is a government employee. However, research by the CyberPeace has found this claim to be false. Our research reveals that the viral video is AI-generated and does not reflect any real announcement.
Claim:
An Instagram user shared the viral video with the caption, “If you have a ration card, you will get a free mobile phone.”
- Post link: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DWqDKWxy6lJ/
- Archived link: https://archive.ph/wip/dmpIf
Fact Check
To verify the claim, we first conducted a keyword-based search on Google. However, we did not find any credible media reports supporting such an announcement, raising doubts about the authenticity of the video. We then checked the official government welfare schemes portal, myscheme.gov.in, which provides verified information about central government schemes. No such scheme offering free mobile phones to ration card holders was found on the platform.
Conclusion
Our research confirms that the viral video is fake and AI-generated. There is no official announcement or credible report suggesting that ration card holders will receive free mobile phones under any government scheme. The video has been digitally manipulated using artificial intelligence and is being circulated with a misleading claim. This serves as another example of how AI-generated content can be used to spread misinformation.
Executive Summary
A video showing a damaged building allegedly belonging to Amazon is going viral on social media. The clip is being shared with the claim that it depicts the aftermath of an Iranian missile strike on an Amazon data center in Bahrain on April 1, 2026. However, research by CyberPeace has found the claim to be misleading. While reports confirm that Iran targeted a U.S.-linked cloud infrastructure in Bahrain, the viral video itself is not real footage and has been created using artificial intelligence.
Claim
A Facebook user, “Tripti Speaks,” shared the viral video on April 2, 2026, with the caption:“Iranian attack on Amazon’s cloud computing data center in Bahrain. IRGC fired missiles at Batelco in Bahrain where AWS infrastructure is located, damaging servers and disrupting services.”
- Archived link::https://perma.cc/XH7S-QTX6
Fact Check
To verify the claim, we extracted multiple keyframes from the viral video and conducted a reverse image search using Google. However, we did not find any credible sources or reports featuring this specific footage. This raised suspicion about the authenticity of the video. We then analyzed it using the AI detection tool Hive Moderation, which indicated a 63% probability that the video is AI-generated.
According to a report published by Reuters on April 1, 2026, Iran launched a missile attack targeting Amazon’s cloud computing operations in Bahrain. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) had earlier warned that U.S.-linked companies in the Middle East—including Microsoft, Google, and Apple—could be targeted.
Conclusion
Our research found that while there are credible reports confirming an Iranian attack on cloud infrastructure linked to Amazon in Bahrain, the viral video circulating on social media does not depict the real incident. The footage shows no presence in verified news coverage and has been flagged by AI detection tools as likely artificial. Therefore, the video is AI-generated and misleadingly linked to the incident.
Executive Summary
An image of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is being widely circulated on social media. The picture is being shared with the claim that during an election campaign in Assam, a full-fledged shooting set was arranged in a tea garden where Modi interacted with women workers, complete with cameras, microphones, lights, and a director-led production team. However, research by the CyberPeace has found the claim to be false. Our research reveals that the viral image is AI-generated and is being shared with a misleading narrative.
Claim
An Instagram user shared the viral image with the caption suggesting that such a large-scale “shoot” setup had been arranged and questioned the cost involved.
Post link:
Fact Check
To verify the claim, we conducted a keyword-based search on Google. However, we did not find any credible media reports supporting the claim that such a shooting setup was arranged during Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Assam. Upon closely examining the viral image, we noticed several visual inconsistencies that raised suspicion about it being artificially generated. To confirm this, we analyzed the image using the AI detection tool Hive Moderation, which indicated that the image is approximately 99% AI-generated.
To further validate the findings, we also tested the image using another AI detection tool, NoteGPT, which similarly classified the image as 99% AI-generated.
For context, ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been on a campaign visit to the state. According to a report by DD News, he visited a tea garden in Dibrugarh, where he interacted with women workers and even plucked tea leaves himself.
Conclusion
Our research clearly establishes that the viral image of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is not authentic and has been digitally created using AI tools. There is no evidence to support the claim that a staged shooting setup involving cameras, lights, and a production crew was arranged during his visit. The image is being circulated with a misleading narrative to create a false impression. This case highlights how AI-generated visuals can be used to distort real events and spread misinformation.
Executive Summary
Following the tragic cruise accident at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur, a heartbreaking image of a woman lying unconscious in a river with a child resting on top of her has gone viral on social media. Users are claiming that the picture shows victims of the recent Bargi Dam accident. Research by CyberPeace Research Wing found that the viral claim is false. The circulating image was created using AI (Artificial Intelligence) and is now being misleadingly linked to the real tragedy. However, reports indicate that a similar real-life image of a mother and child did emerge after the accident.
Claim
An X user shared the viral image on May 1, 2026, claiming that despite wearing a life jacket, the mother lost her life while trying to save her child. The emotional post praised mothers’ sacrifice and linked the image directly to the Bargi Dam cruise mishap An X user shared the viral image on May 1, 2026, claiming that despite wearing a life jacket, the mother lost her life while trying to save her child. The emotional post praised mothers’ sacrifice and linked the image directly to the Bargi Dam cruise mishap
Fact Check
To verify the claim, we searched relevant keywords on Google but found no credible news reports connecting the viral image to the Bargi Dam accident. A closer examination of the image revealed multiple visual inconsistencies. The hands of the woman and child appear unnaturally merged at one point, while the woman’s eyebrows seem split into two sections. Such distortions are common indicators of AI-generated imagery.
We then analyzed the picture using AI detection tool Hive Moderation, which estimated nearly a 90% probability that the image was AI-generated.
During the research , we also found a clarification post from the official Facebook account of the Jabalpur District Collector, who stated that the viral image was AI-generated or sourced elsewhere and had no connection with the Bargi cruise accident.
According to a report published by NDTV on May 2, 2026, the accident occurred on April 30 near Khamaria Island when an overloaded tourist cruise capsized amid strong winds, heavy rain, and rising waves. At least nine people died, while 28 others were rescued.
Conclusion
Our research confirms that the viral mother-child image being linked to the Bargi Dam tragedy is fake. The picture was created using AI and falsely circulated in connection with the real cruise accident.
Executive Summary
As West Bengal heads for vote counting on May 4, 2026, following the second phase of Assembly polling held on April 29, a video is being widely shared on social media. The clip shows security personnel baton-charging civilians, with users claiming it depicts force being used during the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026. Research by CyberPeace Research Wing found that the viral claim is misleading. The video is actually from Bangladesh and is being falsely linked to the West Bengal elections to spread confusion.
Claim
A Facebook user named “Adv Mohd Salman” shared the clip on April 29, 2026, using Bengal-related hashtags and claiming that voters standing in line were beaten to influence the election outcome. The post alleged that free and fair voting rights were being suppressed.
Fact Check
To verify the claim, we closely examined the viral video. A vehicle visible in the footage had a registration number written in a non-Hindi script. Using Google Lens reverse image search, we found a matching image uploaded on Alamy on December 30, 2018. The image showed a military vehicle with the same script and registration style seen in the viral clip.
According to the description on the platform, the image was taken in Dhaka during Bangladesh’s national elections and showed Bangladeshi army personnel moving through a street near a polling station. This confirms that the viral footage is not related to the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.
Conclusion
Our research confirms that the video showing security personnel baton-charging civilians is from Bangladesh, not West Bengal. It is being falsely shared as footage from the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections to mislead users.
Executive Summary
A video is going viral on social media showing a massive building engulfed in flames and collapsing into debris. It is being widely claimed that Iran launched a powerful attack that destroyed Israel’s army headquarters. However, research by CyberPeace reveals that this claim is misleading. The viral video is AI-generated and has no connection to any real-world event.
Claim
An X (formerly Twitter) user shared the viral video with the caption: “Iran has targeted Israel’s army headquarters. It seems Israel’s dream of becoming ‘Greater Israel’ will remain unfulfilled.”
Post link:
- https://x.com/KAMESHKUMAR96/status/2039009484069368083
Archived version:
- https://archive.ph/HKXkK
- https://x.com/KAMESHKUMAR96/status/2039009484069368083
- https://archive.ph/HKXkK
Similar videos have also been shared by other users on social media:
Fact Check
To verify the claim, we extracted keyframes from the viral video and conducted a reverse image search. During this process, we found several credible media reports confirming that Iran has carried out drone and missile attacks on Israel and the Gulf regions in recent times. However, none of these reports featured the viral video, indicating that it is not authentic footage.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxDBX90bYng
A closer examination of the video revealed multiple visual inconsistencies commonly associated with AI-generated content. For instance, a building on the left side appears to bend and collapse in a rubber-like manner—something that is physically unrealistic for structures made of concrete and steel. Additionally, the smoke and flames appear unnatural and lack realistic dynamics.
To further verify, we analyzed the video using the AI detection tool Hive Moderation, which classified it as 99.9% AI-generated.
We also tested the video using the Deepfake-o-Meter platform.The AVSRDD (2025) model detected it as 99.5% AI-generated
Conclusion
Our research clearly establishes that the viral video claiming Iran destroyed Israel’s army headquarters is false and misleading. The footage does not appear in any credible news coverage of recent attacks, which strongly indicates that it is not real. Moreover, multiple AI detection tools consistently classify the video as artificially generated, with extremely high probability scores. Visual anomalies in the clip further support this finding.
