Deepfake AI video shows Al-Aqsa mosque burning
An Israeli settler group posted an inflammatory AI-generated video showing the Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem burning to the ground, prompting widespread comdemnation. Published by the "Temple Mount Activists" , the video shows the Dome of the Rock and its surroundings engulfed in flames, with a caption reading "absolute victory" and "Coming soon in these days". The AI video sparked outrage and concern among social media users, who view it as an "alarm bell" and a dangerous precedent. Sheikh Ekrema Sabri, the preacher of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, has called for mobilisation at the holy site, warning that the video confirms the goals and plans of far-right extremist groups aiming to destroy the mosque and take full control over it. Hamas also warned of "grave consequences" following the release of the video. The AI-generated video comes after the Israeli Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, previously announced his intention to build a Jewish synagogue inside the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound. System 🤖 Unknown Operator: Temple Mount Activists Developer: Country: Isr ael; Palestine Sector: Politics Purpose: Intimidate/threat e n Technology: Deepfake Issue: Mis /disinformation; Transparency
- Date it happened
- 2024-09-01
- Organisation involved
- Temple Mount Activists
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