Deepfake video falsely twists Shashi Tharoor's remarks on Middle East tensions
A manipulated video of Shashi Tharoor has spread widely on social media. The clip falsely claims the Congress MP criticised the Modi government and praised Pakistan's diplomacy. The original footage, however, shows him discussing the Iran conflict and its economic impact. The viral video was altered from an original recording posted by PTI on X on 14 March 2026. In that clip, Tharoor addressed tensions in the Middle East and their effects on the global economy. No mention of the Indian government or Pakistan was made.
AI detection tool Resemble AI confirmed the video was a deepfake. The manipulated version added false statements, making it appear Tharoor had attacked the Modi administration. The claim linking his remarks to Middle East conflicts is also untrue. There is no record of PTI responding to Tharoor's original comments or issuing any follow-up statements on the matter.
The deepfake video distorts Tharoor's actual remarks from March 2026. No evidence supports the claim that he criticised the government or praised Pakistan. The original footage remains available for verification.
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