European Leaders' 'Cocaine' Claims Exposed as Disinformation

European Leaders' 'Cocaine' Claims Debunked as Disinformation: A BBC Investigation Kyiv, Ukraine – A viral video showing European leaders on a train to Kyiv sparked false claims of cocaine use. The video, which quickly spread across social media, depicted what some claimed to be bags of cocaine and drug paraphernalia. However, a BBC News investigation has revealed the claims to be false. The BBC's fact-check revealed that the white substance was actually a tissue and a small cocktail stick. President Macron's office released a statement calling the accusations disinformation spread by France's enemies. "This fake news is being spread by France's enemies, both abroad and at home," the statement read. The claims were also amplified by several senior Russian officials, including Maria Zakharova, adding fuel to the disinformation campaign. The rapid spread of this false narrative highlights the challenges of combating disinformation in the digital age. The BBC's investigation serves as a reminder of the importance of verifying information before sharing it online.