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Viral Fake Video of Emirates Crash Sparks Panic

1/6/2025

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A viral fake AI-generated video depicting an Emirates plane crash in Abu Dhabi has sparked widespread panic. Emirates swiftly debunked the hoax, condemning social media for its sluggish response in removing the misleading content. The airline reassured the public of its strong safety record, with only one incident since 1985, urging reliance on official information.

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A viral fake AI-generated video depicting an Emirates plane crash in Abu Dhabi has sparked widespread panic. Emirates swiftly debunked the hoax, condemning social media for its sluggish response in removing the misleading content. The airline reassured the public of its strong safety record, with only one incident since 1985, urging reliance on official information.