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False claims about devastating wildfires spread in Spain

A fabricated newspaper front page and misleading posts about solar farms are among the claims circulating during Spain’s devastating wildfire season.

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Russian claims that Boris Johnson sabotaged Ukraine deal resurface

In an X post from 21 July, Kremlin envoy Kirill Dimitriev alleged that the UK's former Prime Minister Boris Johnson "sabotaged" peace efforts between Russia and Ukraine in exchange for money, but facts say otherwise.

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Norway fire falsely linked to an Israeli settlement import ban

A massive fire in Norway has destroyed more than 100 homes and forced hundreds of people to evacuate. As the blaze spread, posts on social media began linking it to claims that Oslo had banned imports of Israeli settlement products. The Cube investigates.

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Fake Euronews video claims Zelenskyy's parents under corruption probe

A video amassing millions of views on social media claims that the parents of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are under investigation for illicit enrichment. Not only are the allegations false, but the clip fraudulently uses Euronews branding.

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Fact check: Is the EU set to ban bottled water multipacks?

Claims that the EU will ban multipacks of bottled water from August have spread widely on social media. But a closer look at the legislation shows the picture is more nuanced than some posts suggest.

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World Cup's biggest viral fakes, AI videos and false quotes

From fake clips of Norway's Erling Haaland to fabricated images used to allege that Argentina rigged the tournament, misinformation spread alongside some of the 2026 World Cup’s biggest matches.

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Fake Hezbollah video threatening attack on France possibly Russia-tied

A social media video emerged ahead of this year's Bastille Day in which alleged Hezbollah militants threatened attacks on French soil. The video turned out to be fake, and researchers say it could be linked to a well-known Russian disinformation campaign.

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Fact check: False claims target referee after Egypt World Cup exit

Screenshots of temporary edits to François Letexier's Wikipedia page have been used to support claims that Egypt's match against Argentina was rigged.

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Fact check: No evidence links HAARP to Europe's recent heatwaves

As Europe experiences another spell of extreme heat, social media users are once again claiming that a US military programme is manipulating the weather and causing the continent's high temperatures. Available evidence does not support the claim.

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MEPs called for probe into FIFA boss Infantino, not whole parliament

Viral posts falsely claim that the European Parliament called for an investigation into FIFA's President Gianni Infantino.

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Fact check: Is the EU planning to censor access to the internet?

Viral claims that the EU is introducing an "internet passport" to control or censor internet access are misleading. They misrepresent the European Commission's planned age-verification app.

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From AI to greenlash: How is climate disinformation evolving?

Experts say climate disinformation is evolving to increasingly focus on picking apart green policies. In the background, other developments include a surge in AI-generated content of natural disasters.

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World Cup sparks wave of racist misinformation online

False claims and AI-generated videos with racist overtones have circulated during the FIFA World Cup alongside genuine incidents of racism and xenophobia.

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Fake videos exploit Germany's East-West divide before key elections

Researchers say a coordinated influence campaign they suspect to be linked to Moscow is impersonating German media to exploit East-West divisions ahead of Germany's September state elections.

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Is shipping to the EU now more expensive for consumers?

Several social media users are claiming that online shopping has become more expensive because of a new EU import charge. The Cube takes a look.

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Viral fake AI-image shows Macron kneeling before Thai king

Did French President Emmanuel Macron kneel before Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn? Despite online claims, this viral image is fake.

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AI images falsely claim Kyiv monastery strike was staged

Posts circulating in several languages falsely claim that photographers were waiting on rooftops to capture the moment a strike hit Kyiv’s UNESCO-listed Perchersk Lavra monastery.

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What's behind the viral claims of child trafficking on Vinted?

Millions have viewed videos claiming that children are being sold through coded advertisements on the popular second-hand online marketplace Vinted. What's behind the rumours?

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Self-styled 'experts' increasingly influencing opinion on social media

Researchers warn social media users can form strong opinions after viewing only a few social media posts on a topic. Across social media, many self-proclaimed experts and influencers are plugging a gap amid declining public trust in traditional experts.

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Does the UK really have the highest prime minister turnover in Europe?

The resignation of Keir Starmer means that the UK, a European country once known for its ability to return stable governments, will see its seventh prime minister since 2016. Social media users claim this is the highest rate on the continent. Is this true?

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Air con or not? The facts behind the politicised battle to stay cool

French politicians have drawn ideological battle lines over air conditioning as Europe struggles with record-breaking temperatures. What do experts say about the debate?

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Fact check: Were you fooled by these fake World Cup images?

Watching tense, fast-paced football games requires focus, but so does consuming World Cup content online, because false images surrounding the tournament are becoming increasingly common.

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The truth behind the viral video of a drone interceptor

A video widely shared on social media appears to show a handheld device intercepting a drone. While some users have hailed the system as a Ukrainian military innovation, others have claimed it is Russian technology. The Cube traced the footage to determine the origin and purpose of the device.

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Meloni-Trump spat: What do the polls say about Meloni's popularity?

A dispute between Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and US President Donald Trump has sparked debate about her standing with voters.

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10 years of Brexit: Which campaign claims have come true?

A decade on from the referendum that led to the UK leaving the European Union, Euronews' fact-checking team looks at the campaign promises that were made on both the Leave and Remain sides to see which ones ended up happening.

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Can EU countries restrict or ban Israeli settlement imports?

Several EU states are weighing measures against goods from Israeli settlements in the West Bank, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights – all considered illegal under international law. Some argue that rules that exclude such goods from Israel’s tariff-free trade deal are not being properly enforced.

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Misinformation targets Trump and European leaders at G7

Social media users have been sharing old clips and taking statements by politicians out of context, in an apparent effort to highlight the strained relationship between the US and Europe.

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An influencer and a bishop among EU-sanctioned pro-Russian actors

The Council of the European Union added a further 10 individuals and one entity to its sanctions list on 15 June, accusing them of conducting hybrid manipulation and foreign interference activities on behalf of Russia.

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Fact check: Is the EU fining member states that don't accept migrants?

A major reform of the EU’s migration and asylum system has recently entered into force, prompting political figures in France to criticise one of its key provisions. However, their claims are misleading.

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Do pricey World Cup 2026 tickets reflect the market, as FIFA says?

FIFA says World Cup ticket prices reflect US market rates and help prevent scalpers from profiting. But experts and consumer groups say the comparison with US sports leaves out important context.

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Viral Dua Lipa wedding photos were AI-generated

A series of fake images purporting to show pop star Dua Lipa celebrating her wedding in the Sicilian town of Palermo have fooled users and even some digital media outlets.

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Can French prosecutors review 70,000 child abuse cases in five weeks?

The murder of an 11-year-old schoolgirl in France has sparked outrage at the country's judicial system, prompting the justice minister to launch a mass child abuse case review. But experts are split on how feasible the plan is.

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No, Mbappé hasn't made sexual harassment allegations against Macron

A report attempting to mimic a legitimate Eurosport article claims that French football sensation Kylian Mbappé has made a series of revelations about inappropriate behaviour by Preisdent Emmanuel Macron.

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Amid widespread protests, Albanian island project sparks fake claims

The heated controversy surrounding the multi-billion-euro property development project across various Albanian beauty spots has triggered a stream of misleading online claims.

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Uncensored AI: The chatbot spreading conspiracies about Europe

As more people turn to AI to help them verify information, an "alternative" AI chatbot is actively being used by conservative influencers to spread disinformation.

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Misinformation around Henry Nowak murder sends police into hiding

Police officers forced into hiding, manipulated images and disputed claims about the weapon used to murder 18-year-old student Henry Nowak are all part of a wave of misinformation surrounding the case.

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How Iran-linked accounts faked Irish, Scottish profiles to sway public

Researchers say that social media accounts affiliated with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps posed as Scottish and Irish nationals in order to cultivate their following, before switching their narrative to spread pro-Iranian discourse online.

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Misleading videos flood social media following Champions League final

Amid real images of violent celebrations in Paris following PSG's victory against Arsenal, many misleading and miscaptioned images have also emerged to push an anti-immigration narrative.

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Climate experts say heatwave misinformation is fuelling online abuse

Misleading claims about Europe's record heatwave in May have followed familiar climate-change denial narratives, as scientists say that misinformation can help fuel online hostility.

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Monetisation still available to EU-sanctioned figures on social media

Researchers from the Dutch non-profit WHAT TO FIX found monetisation tools were still active on social media accounts linked to three individuals sanctioned by the EU over pro-Russian interference activities. Several accounts have since been removed.

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Did the EU-Mercosur deal allow contaminated coffee into Europe?

Posts by French and Polish politicians have falsely connected a rejected shipment of Brazilian coffee to the EU-Mercosur trade deal.

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Fact check: Viral hantavirus map does not show confirmed cases

A map circulating online has been used to falsely suggest that the hantavirus is spreading rapidly in Europe, but its creator says it was intended to track news coverage.

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Viral posts distort Kaja Kallas’ remarks on China and Russia

Online posts have taken Kallas’ comments on China out of context.

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Can France's Canal+ legally blacklist stars for criticising owner?

In response to a petition signed by French film professionals protesting against the ever-growing hold of conservative businessman Vincent Bolloré on France's media industry, the group's CEO threatened to blacklist them. But is such a threat legal and could it undermine freedom of speech?

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Fact-check: 'Claqueurs' not paid to back Merkel at European Parliament

Some MEPs and online users claimed that guests who attended and applauded former German Chancellor Angela Merkel during a ceremony at the European Parliament were staged attendees. They weren’t.

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