AI-Generated Fake Video of Lebanese Prime Minister Causes Misinformation - OECD AI Policy…

On June 8, 2026, an AI-generated video falsely attributed to Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam began circulating online, spreading misinformation regarding his alleged statements on Iran and Israel. The government quickly identified the footage as a fabrication and urged the public to rely exclusively on official sources for accurate information.

What happened

The incident involved the use of AI synthesis technology to create a deceptive video that misrepresented the public official. By generating a convincing but entirely fabricated speech, the perpetrators aimed to spread misinformation that could undermine public trust and political stability. The Lebanese government confirmed the video was fake and stated it had no basis in reality. Authorities are currently coordinating with various social media platforms to mitigate the spread of the content and address the disinformation campaign. The incident serves as a significant example of how AI-generated media can be weaponized to cause social harm and disrupt information integrity.