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Old Gaza Explosion Footage Misleadingly Linked to Recent Events in Lebanon
Recently, a viral video surfaced, claiming to depict the explosion blasts associated with the recent events in Lebanon. However, upon investigation, we discovered that the video is misleading. It features old footage of explosions from Gaza that have been improperly edited and attached to the current events.This is about our investigation of this video claim.
Social Media Claim
Recently, a Facebook user posted and shared a video of explosions, claiming it was linked to the recent events in Lebanon. This claim quickly gained traction, resulting in a significant number of reactions and comments from other users on the platform.
The following video is captured from the above Facebook user who says, “Lebanon 🇱🇧 Today”.
Similarly, the above video claim was also found and posted on YouTube recently, with a claim pointing that “Bomb blast in Lebanon”.
Given the claim’s extensive dissemination and the considerable attention it has received from the internet community, we believed it was necessary to perform a fact-check on the above subject.
Fact Check
Fact Crescendo monitors and verifies these videos through the Google Reverse Image Search process, which leads us to find the truth as follows:
One of the scenes in the viral video has been identified as footage of Israeli warplanes attacking the Nazareth Tower with missiles in the Nuseirat refugee camp. This incident, which resulted in casualties and significant destruction, actually occurred in Gaza back in August 2024, and is not related to the recent explosions in Lebanon.
The following video was captured and went viral back in August 2024.
Fact Crescendo has also uncovered additional old footage from January 2024, posted on the X platform, depicting Israeli forces celebrating the destruction of an entire neighborhood in Khan Younis, Gaza.
This footage highlights a significant and devastating event, yet its reemergence in the context of current events misrepresents the timeline and circumstances surrounding recent incidents.
Another video has been found and identified as capturing the moment of the violent bombing of a residential building by the Zionist occupation in Deir al-Balah, Gaza. This video was uploaded on Facebook on June 8 and is not related to the recent events in Lebanon.
This manipulation not only misrepresents the actual situation in Lebanon but also contributes to the spread of misinformation. By combining unrelated footage, the video creates a false narrative that can escalate tensions and foster confusion among viewers.
We have also found a similar video uploaded by Al-Jazeera Arabic on August 19, 2024. The video is titled, “The Moment of an Israeli Missile Strike on a Tower in the Nuseirat Camp in the Central Gaza Strip”.
According to the description, the footage shows the Israeli military targeting the Zaqout Tower in the Nuseirat refugee camp with a missile, clearly indicating that this incident is unrelated to the recent events in Lebanon.Fact Crescendo has found that the claim linked to the viral video is misleading. In fact, it contains outdated footage from previous explosions in Gaza, misattributed to recent events in Lebanon.
How can we spot whether the footage is old and not related to recent events?
Here are some tips to spot old footage that is not related to recent events:
- Check the Source: Look for original sources of the video. Reputable news outlets usually provide context and dates for the footage they share.
- Verify the Date: If the video or its description includes a date, confirm whether it corresponds to the event being claimed.
- Look for Identifiable Landmarks: Pay attention to identifiable buildings or landmarks in the footage. If these do not match the current location or context, it may be outdated.
- Cross-Reference: Use fact-checking websites like Fact Crescendo or Snopes to see if the footage has been analyzed or debunked.
- Social Media Context: Investigate comments and discussions around the video. Often, knowledgeable users will point out discrepancies or provide context.
- Image and Video Analysis Tools: Use reverse image search tools (like Google Images) to see where else the footage has appeared and when.
- Audio and Visual Cues: Listen for sounds or watch for visual elements that may indicate the timeframe of the footage, such as specific vehicles or technology.
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Conclusion
Fact Crescendo has found that the claim linked to the viral video is misleading. In fact, it contains outdated footage from previous explosions in Gaza, misattributed to recent events in Lebanon.
