Viral Video Falsely Accuses European Leaders of Cocaine Use in Kyiv

A viral video sparked false claims that French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak used cocaine during a trip to Kyiv. The video, widely shared on social media, focused on a small object on a table that was falsely identified as a bag of drugs. However, DW's investigation, using reverse image searches, revealed that the object was a tissue. The French presidency also released a statement calling the allegations "fake news." This incident highlights the rapid spread of disinformation and its potential to damage reputations and international relations. Experts warn about the dangers of such misinformation, especially during times of geopolitical tension.