Dubai International Airport has issued a warning after misleading videos claiming incidents at the airport began spreading on social media. Authorities say the clips are digitally manipulated and false, urging the public to depend on official updates and avoid sharing unverified material that could lead to legal consequences.
Airport authority says circulating clips are fabricated
Dubai International Airport (DXB) has alerted the public about videos online that falsely claim to show incidents at the airport.
In a statement posted online, the airport authority said the clips circulating on social media are “fabricated and digitally altered” and do not represent the actual situation at the airport.
Officials stressed that the material being shared is misleading and urged people to rely on verified announcements issued through official channels for accurate updates.
Warning issued over sharing misleading content
DXB also cautioned social media users against forwarding or posting unverified material.
Authorities noted that spreading such content can create confusion and misinformation, particularly when it concerns key public infrastructure. The airport reminded residents that sharing unverified posts may expose individuals to legal consequences under UAE regulations.
Authorities caution against old videos circulating online
The warning comes as several UAE authorities address the circulation of misleading content during a period of heightened regional attention.
Government entities have flagged instances where old videos and images are being reposted and presented as recent incidents. The Dubai Media Office previously clarified that footage of past fires being circulated online was inaccurate and misleading.
These alerts followed developments after Iran expanded retaliatory attacks on American targets in the Gulf region from February 28, which triggered a wave of unverified content on social media platforms.
Public Prosecution stresses responsibility to verify information
The UAE Public Prosecution has reminded residents to confirm the accuracy of information before sharing it online.
Authorities warned that circulating rumours or unverified news can harm both individuals and the wider community. Officials also noted that spreading such content may carry legal penalties, reinforcing the need to rely on official sources when seeking information.
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