Verify News Around the World
Iran doesn’t attack USS Gerald R. Ford, but carrier suffers fire in laundry room
A post claims that the U.S. aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford may be out of service for up to two years following an attack by Iran. Thai PBS Verify has found that, in reality, the ship suffered a laundry room fire, while the post’s featuring photos are AI-generated.
Apr 3, 2026 | Around the World
Image of Donald Trump collapsing on stage found to be AI-generated
An image shows that the U.S. President Donald Trump collapsed while speaking on a public stage. It further claims that Mr. Trump’s collapse resulted from a neurological condition related to tensions with Iran.
Mar 27, 2026 | Around the World
Image of missile attack on Tel Aviv found to be AI-generated
Thai PBS Verify has found that an image, claiming that Israeli capital Tel Aviv had been heavily damaged by missile strikes amid conflict between the US-Israel. and Iran, is 99.9% AI-generated, with no matching sources found in credible mainstream media.
Mar 25, 2026 | Around the World
Thousands in Japan rally against PM Takaichi’s policies concerning Iran war
Following Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s trip to the U.S., thousands in Japan gathered to rally against the administration. Thai PBS Verify finds that the demonstrations were authentic and gained momentum through March 23.
Mar 25, 2026 | Around the World
Video showing F-35 shot down by Iran is actually simulated combat footage from video game
A viral video claiming Iran shot down a U.S. F-35 stealth fighter is actually simulated combat footage from a video game. While CENTCOM has confirmed that a F-35 did make an emergency landing and is currently under investigation, Thai PBS Verify has also concluded that the footage in question is entirely unrelated to the actual incident.
Mar 21, 2026 | Around the World
Image of villagers lying on roadside waiting to buy fuel was AI-generated
Thai PBS Verify found that an image of people waiting on the roadside to buy fuel, which had been shared online, was AI-generated. However, the real situation in several areas of Thailand shows that people were actually lining up to refuel due to fuel shortages.
Mar 20, 2026 | Around the World
Iranian attack on Omani port incident distorted as U.S. strike on Iranian oil tanks
Thai PBS Verify has investigated a viral video claiming to show a U.S. strike on Iranian oil assets launched from their bases in Arab nations. In reality, the footage depicts an Iranian attack on a port in Oman.
Mar 20, 2026 | Around the World
Pilot initiative introduced in South Korea to provide free sanitary pads in public areas
Thai PBS Verify confirms South Korea is set to launch a pilot program installing free sanitary pad dispensers in public spaces.
Mar 17, 2026 | Around the World
Benjamin Netanyahu’s 2018 footage distorted as proof of his recent activities following rumors on his death
A social media user has posted an image of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit in a secret military bunker during the 2026 Middle East conflict. After the examination, the photo is actually derived from a 2018 footage, which was recontextualized to use as evidence of his signs of life following recent rumors on his death.
Mar 16, 2026 | Around the World
