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Dubai International Airport issued a warning after misleading videos claiming incidents at the airport spread on social media. Authorities say the clips were digitally manipulated and are false, and have urged the public to rely on official updates and avoid sharing unverified material that could lead to legal consequences.
The Airport Authority says that the clips circulating are fabricated
Dubai International Airport (DXB) has alerted the public about videos posted online that falsely claim to show incidents at the airport.
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In a statement posted online, the Airport Authority said that the clips circulating on social media were “fabricated and digitally edited” and did not represent the actual situation at the airport.Officials stressed that the materials being shared are misleading and urged people to rely on verified advertisements issued through official channels for accurate updates.
Warning issued regarding participation Misleading content
Dubai Airport also warned social media users against forwarding or publishing unverified material.Authorities noted that publishing such content could create confusion and misinformation, especially when it comes to key public infrastructure. The airport reminded residents that sharing unverified posts may expose individuals to legal consequences under UAE regulations.
Authorities warn against circulating old videos online
This warning comes at a time when many UAE authorities are confronting the circulation of misleading content during a period of heightened regional interest.
Government agencies have flagged instances of reposting old videos and photos as recent incidents. The Dubai Media Office previously explained that footage of previous fires circulated online was inaccurate and misleading.These alerts came in the wake of developments after Iran expanded its retaliatory attacks on US targets in the Gulf region as of February 28, sparking a wave of unverified content on social media platforms.
The Public Prosecution confirms the responsibility of verifying the information
The Public Prosecution in the United Arab Emirates reminded residents of the need to ensure the accuracy of information before sharing it online.The authorities warned that spreading rumors or unconfirmed news could harm individuals and society as a whole. Officials also noted that publishing such content may carry legal penalties, reinforcing the need to rely on official sources when searching for information.
