#FactCheck: AI-Generated Video Falsely Shared as French Police’s ‘Pig Squad’ to Tackle Protesters
Executive Summary
A video is being shared on social media with the claim that French police have formed a “Pig Squad” to deal with protesters. In the video, police personnel can be seen holding several pigs in their hands, with straps bearing the word “Police” visible on them. Social media users are sharing the video claiming that the French police have adopted a new method to deal with protesters. CyberPeace Research found that the viral video is not authentic but AI-generated and is being shared with a misleading claim.
Claim
A user shared the video with the caption: “French police are ready for the ‘protest’ in ‘Paris’ tomorrow! We have heard of a dog squad, but this is the first time I’m seeing a ‘pig squad’!”
https://x.com/Kumar1975Rajesh/status/2113566258247651403
Fact Check
Upon closely examining the video, we noticed several inconsistencies. For instance, the word “Police” written on the officers’ helmets keeps changing as the video plays. In addition, some posters can be seen in the background behind the police personnel, but the text on them keeps changing and is often unclear. Such inconsistencies are commonly seen in AI-generated content.
As part of our research, we scanned the video using the AI detection tool Undetectable AI. According to the results, the viral video is AI-generated.
As part of our research, we scanned the viral video using an AI detection tool. According to the results, the viral video is 61 per cent likely to be AI-generated.
Conclusion
Our research found that the viral video is not authentic but AI-generated and is being shared with a misleading claim.
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Executive Summary
A video is being shared on social media showing a baby elephant apparently trapped in a railway track. In the video, its leg can be seen stuck between the tracks, while a train appears to be approaching. The video further shows rescuers using a hydraulic machine to remove part of the railway track and safely free the baby elephant. CyberPeace Research found that the viral claim is false. Our research found that the video is AI-generated and is being shared on social media with a false and misleading claim.
Claim:
A user on Facebook shared the video claiming that an elephant’s leg got stuck in a railway track, following which people risked their lives to safely rescue the animal. The post link, archive link and screenshot are provided below.
https://www.facebook.com/reel/992948767150505
Fact Check
During our research, we conducted a reverse image search of different keyframes from the viral video. However, we did not find any credible media report or other authentic source related to the incident. However, during our research, we found some social media posts featuring the same video. These posts have labelled the video as AI-generated content.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/TCQ2n6LDr_Q
We then scanned the viral video using the Hive Detect tool. According to the tool’s analysis, the video was identified as potentially AI-generated with an 89% score.
At the end of our research, we also examined the video using the AIorNot tool. According to its analysis, the visuals in the video were identified as AI-generated with a 91% probability.
Conclusion
Our research found that the video being shared on social media does not depict a real incident. During our research into the source and context of the video, we found no credible information supporting the claim. Furthermore, an analysis of the video using AI detection tools also confirmed that it is AI-generated.
Introduction
The US national cybersecurity strategy was released at the beginning of March this year. The aim of the cybersecurity strategy is to build a more defensive and resilient digital mechanism through general investments in the cybersecurity infrastructure. It is important to invest in a resilient future, And the increasing digital diplomacy and private-sector partnerships, regulation of crucial industries, and holding software companies accountable if their products enable hackers in.
What is the cybersecurity strategy
The US National cybersecurity strategy is the plan which organisations pursue to fight against cyberattacks and cyber threats, and also they plan a risk assessment plan for the future in a resilient way. Through the cybersecurity strategy, there will be appropriate defences against cyber threats.
US National Cybersecurity Strategy-
the national cybersecurity strategy mainly depends on five pillars-
- Critical infrastructure- The national cybersecurity strategy intends to defend important infrastructure from cyberattacks, for example, hospitals and clean energy installations. This pillar mainly focuses on the security and resilience of critical systems and services that are critical.
- Disrupt & Threat Assessment- This strategy pillar seeks to address and eliminate cyber attackers who endanger national security and public safety.
- Shape the market forces in resilient and security has driven-
- Invest in resilient future approaches.
- Forging international partnerships to pursue shared goals.
Need for a National cybersecurity strategy in India –
India is becoming more reliant on technology for day-to-day purposes, communication and banking aspects. And as per the computer emergency response team (CERT-In), in 2022, ransomware attacks increased by 50% in India. Cybercrimes against individuals are also rapidly on the rise. To build a safe cyberspace, India also required a national cybersecurity strategy in the country to develop trust and confidence in IT systems.
Learnings for India-
India has a cybersecurity strategy just now but India can also implement its cybersecurity strategy as the US just released. For the threats assessments and for more resilient future outcomes, there is a need to eliminate cybercrimes and cyber threats in India.
Shortcomings of the US National Cybersecurity Strategy-
- The implementation of the United States National Cybersecurity Strategy has Some problems and things that could be improved in it. Here are some as follows:
- Significant difficulties: The cybersecurity strategy proved to be difficult for government entities. The provided guidelines do not fulfil the complexity and growing cyber threats.
- Insufficient to resolve desirable points: the implementation is not able to resolve some, of the aspects of national cybersecurity strategies, for example, the defined goals and resource allocation, which have been determined to be addressed by the national cybersecurity strategy and implementation plan.
- Lack of Specifying the Objectives: the guidelines shall track the cybersecurity progress, and the implementation shall define the specific objectives.
- Implementation Alone is insufficient: cyber-attacks and cybercrimes are increasing daily, and to meet this danger, the US cybersecurity strategy shall not depend on the implementation. However, the legislation will help to involve public-private collaboration, and technological advancement is required.
- The strategy calls for critical infrastructure owners and software companies to meet minimum security standards and be held liable for flaws in their products, but the implementation and enforcement of these standards and liability measures must be clearly defined.
Conclusion
There is a legitimate need for a national cybersecurity strategy to fight against the future consequences of the cyber pandemic. To plan proper strategies and defences. It is crucial to avail techniques under the cybersecurity strategy. And India is increasingly depending on technology, and cybercrimes are also increasing among individuals. Healthcare sectors and as well on educational sectors, so to resolve these complexities, there is a need for proper implementations.
Executive Summary
A photo allegedly showing injuries to Seema Haider has been widely circulated on social media. Users are claiming that her husband Sachin Meena assaulted her. However, a fact-check by CyberPeace Research Wing has found the claim to be false. The research reveals that the viral image is AI-generated and is being shared with a misleading narrative.
Claim
On X (formerly Twitter), a user shared the image on May 14, 2026, claiming that Sachin Meena assaulted Seema Haider.
Fact Check
A keyword-based search on Google did not return any credible media reports supporting the viral claim.
A closer visual examination of the image raised suspicions of AI generation. The image was first analysed using the AI detection tool Hive Moderation, which indicated a 99% probability that the image is AI-generated.
Further analysis using another AI detection tool, Sightengine, also produced similar results, confirming a 99% likelihood that the image was generated using AI tools.
Conclusion
The viral image is AI-generated and misleading. The claim that Sachin Meena assaulted Seema Haider is false and has no factual basis.
