The videos in question are misdated and feature Russian President Vladimir Putin discussing the Russia-Ukraine conflict, not the Middle East turmoil.
False claims are circulating online suggesting Russian President Vladimir Putin warned the U.S. to stay out of the recent Gaza conflict
One clip captures Russian President Vladimir Putin addressing Russia’s human rights council in December 2022, while the other records his speech at a World War II commemoration event in February 2023. These misleading videos have been shared on social media platforms, garnering thousands of views. The erroneous captions imply Russian President Vladimir Putin’s warning to America regarding involvement in the Israel-Palestine conflict, but this is entirely fabricated.
In fact, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s statements relate to prior events. During the December 2022 meeting, he discussed the possibility of nuclear weapon use in Ukraine. In February 2023, Russian President Vladimir Putin reflected on the historical significance of the Soviet victory over Nazi forces in the battle of Stalingrad, comparing it to Germany’s recent decision to supply tanks to Ukraine.
Dmitry Peskov expressed Russia’s deep concern
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov expressed Russia’s deep concern over the escalating violence in Israel. Russia, engaging with all parties involved, including Arab nations, is actively advocating for an immediate ceasefire and a path to peace.
The recent conflict initiated with a Hamas incursion into southern Israeli towns near the Gaza Strip, resulting in significant casualties on both sides. As of Monday, nearly 1,600 individuals had lost their lives, and thousands more were injured. This report underscores the importance of fact-checking and addresses the dissemination of misleading information online.
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