An old image of a pilot testing a new helmet in 2019 has been shared widely on social media as the "Ghost of Kyiv."
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Logically→ President Joe Biden has instructed the U.S. Department of State to release an additional $350 million worth of weapons to Ukraine.
U.S.'s military aid includes Javelin anti-tank weapons, stinger missiles, anti-armor, anti-aircraft systems, ammunition for firearms, and body armors.
Logically→ President Joe Biden has instructed the U.S. Department of State to release an additional $350 million worth of weapons to Ukraine.
U.S.'s military aid includes Javelin anti-tank weapons, stinger missiles, anti-armor, anti-aircraft systems, ammunition for firearms, and body armors.
Logically→ A video shows families fleeing the Russian invasion of Ukraine as a battle tank fires at people.
A 2016 video of a historical reconstruction of fight scenes from a 1942 event in a Russian village has been misattributed to the current war.
Logically→ A video shows a Russian military helicopter firing at civilians in Kyiv at night.
A 2016 video of a failed coup attempt in Turkey has been misattributed to the current situation in Ukraine.
Poynter→ Global fact-checkers unite to battle disinformation about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Soon after Russia launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine late last week, Clara Jiménez Cruz noticed something. As with any major geopolitical conflict, swirls of disinformation were already beginning to […] The post Global fact-checkers unit
Snopes→ Ukrainian Military Says Soldiers at Snake Island Survived
The soldiers went viral for their act of defiance early on in the Russian invasion.
Snopes→ No, Putin Was Not Compared to Hitler on the Cover of Time Magazine
The artist told Snopes that he would “never willingly contribute to misinformation.”
Snopes→ Did Russia’s Sberbank Limit Cash Withdrawals to $20?
After Russian forces invaded Ukraine in late February 2022, rumors spread on social media that Russia's largest bank, Sberbank, had imposed a very low cash withdrawal limit.
Logically→ Pornhub has blocked Russian internet users from viewing its content.
Contrary to the post circulating on social media, Pornhub has not blocked Russian internet users.
Snopes→ Did Pornhub Block Russian Users?
Russia's invasion of Ukraine prompted sanctions that have blocked banking access, restricted air travel, and banned ... porn?
Truth or Fiction?→ Was Ukraine’s President on His Country’s Version of ‘Dancing With The Stars’?
As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky led his country through an invasion by Russian forces in February 2022, highlights from his previous career spread more frequently online. Specifically, the footage shows Zelensky’s performances on Tant
Snopes→ Did One of Ukraine’s Leaders Write a Letter to Mark Zuckerberg?
Ukraine called on tech companies to block access to their services in Russia.
Logically→ Video shows a Russian soldier killing a family during the Chechnya war.
An opening scene from the feature film "The Search" was shared with a false claim that a Russian soldier killed a family during the Chechnya war.
Logically→ This image shows a Russian fighter jet being shot down by the Ukrainian army.
A stock image from a Russian airshow in 2015 was incorrectly attributed to the current events of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Logically→ Ukrainian girl confronts Putin’s invading army, yells “Go back to your country”.
The video shows a Palestinian girl provoking an Israeli soldier and has nothing to do with the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Logically→ The wife of Ukraine’s vice president joined the armed forces to fight against Russia’s invasion.
Ukraine does not have a vice president. A stock image of a Ukrainian soldier from 2021 has been shared with a false narrative.
Poynter→ Watch out for these 6 hoaxes about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
As news of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine spread across the world, misinformation quickly followed. Social media feeds are filled with distressing images, videos and stories with descriptions that convey they […] The post Watch out for these 6 ho
Logically→ Time magazine’s March 2022 issue compares Russian President Putin to Adolf Hitler.
The image that is being shared online isn't a cover of Time magazine but an artwork by graphic designer Patrick Mulder.
Snopes→ Putin Puts Nuclear Forces on High Alert, Escalating Tensions
In a dramatic escalation of East-West tensions over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin ordered Russian nuclear forces put on high alert Sunday in response to what he called “aggressive statements” by leading NATO powers.
Snopes→ Did an Anti-War Protester in Moscow Display Apologetic Sign?
While sharing a viral photograph of a protester, some claimed it was taken during a demonstration in Moscow.
Truth or Fiction?→ Why Russia’s Removal From Eurovision 2022 Has Precedent
Russia’s expulsion from the Eurovision music competition in February 2022 for invading Ukraine was a reversal of course from contest organizers — but not a first-time ocurrence. “The decision reflects concern that, in light of the unp
Snopes→ WATCH: Eiffel Tower Lights Up in the Colors of the Ukrainian Flag
Cities around the world have lit famous monuments in blue and gold. Here’s a roundup of photographs.
Snopes→ Video Doesn’t Show Russian and Ukrainian Soldiers Dancing Together
This miscaptioned video was circulated by those attempting to downplay Russia's attack on Ukraine.
Logically→ This image shows Ukraine and Russia face to face in battle.
The image in question is from the annexation of Crimea by Russia in 2014.
Snopes→ Video Shows Russian Tank Crushing Civilian Car in Ukraine
The disturbing video has been shared widely.
Snopes→ Video Shows Tank Crushing Civilian Car in Ukraine
The disturbing video has been shared widely.
Snopes→ Did Turkish Football Fans Chant Putin ‘Looks Like a Dick’?
This wasn't the first time anti-Putin chants rained down from the rafters.
Logically→ An image shows a Russian aircraft being shot down by Ukraine during the Russian invasion, supposedly the sixth such craft to have been destroyed.
An old image of two aircraft colliding at the RAF Fairford airshow in the U.K. in July 1993 has been misattributed to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Logically→ Video shows Russian paratroopers landing in Ukraine.
The given video is from 2016 and has nothing to do with the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Logically→ Russian aircraft hovered over Kyiv city amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
An old video of the Annual Victory Parade rehearsal in 2020 held in Moscow was misattributed to the prevailing situation in Ukraine.
Poynter→ Putin says parts of Ukraine have been Russian since ‘time immemorial.’ That’s a one-sided view of history.
Russia recognized the independence of two eastern provinces in Ukraine and followed up by sending Russian troops across the Ukrainian border. What Western leaders called a major violation of international […] The post Putin says parts of Ukraine
Logically→ In 2022, Russian troops hoisted a flag on a public building in Kharkiv, Ukraine.
The image of flag hoisting at the Kharkiv Regional Council building is from March 2014, which was misattributed to the current situation in Ukraine.
Snopes→ ‘ArmA 3’ Game Clip Miscaptioned as Ukraine Invasion Footage
This isn't the first time that clips from the video game ArmA 3 have circulated with incorrect captions.
Snopes→ Yes, Trump Called Putin’s Ukraine Strategy ‘Savvy’ and ‘Genius’
However, the former U.S. president did not publicly condone the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Snopes→ Did Putin Threaten Nuclear Retaliation Against Anyone Who Gets in His Way?
During a Kremlin speech, the Russian president said there would be "consequences" like "never seen in history" to those who interfere with Russia's military incursion into Ukraine.
Logically→ Three hundred civilians died in the first few hours of Russia’s assault on Ukraine, reports Indian media.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the death of 137 people, including civilians and military, on the night of February 24.
Logically→ “Z” markings on tanks indicated that Russia was due to attack Ukraine.
While it is likely that these markings did suggest an attack by Russian troops, there is as of yet no way to be absolutely certain.
Snopes→ Ukraine Attack Leaves Baltics Wondering: Are We Next?
To Estonians, Latvians and Lithuanians — particularly those old enough to have lived under Soviet control — Russia’s belligerence toward Ukraine has some worried that they could be the next target.
Snopes→ NATO Vows to Defend Its Entire Territory After Russia Attack
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg warned that the military alliance would defend every inch of its territory should Russia attack a member country.