The attack on the Jaffar Express has sparked a wave of misinformation, with artificial intelligence (AI)-generated fake videos and old footage being used to manipulate public perception, as revealed by Dawn news.
According to Dawn News, misleading content first surfaced on social media accounts linked to the banned outfit before being amplified by media outlets from neighboring countries.
These sources reportedly spread fabricated visuals, including a scene from a 2022 film, falsely linking it to the Jafar Express attack.
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Security analysts Dr. Qamar Cheema, Dr. Maria Sultan, and Syed Muhammad Ali highlighted that foreign-backed digital networks and specific political groups are fueling anti-state narratives.
They stressed that such propaganda aims to distort facts and undermine rescue operations carried out by Pakistani forces.
Authorities urge the public to rely on verified sources for accurate information and remain vigilant against false narratives circulating online.
