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Swedish authorities have issued warnings about fake SMS messages falsely claiming that Sweden is experiencing an armed attack. The messages, which began circulating recently, are being investigated as potential misinformation campaigns. Citizens are advised to verify information through official channels.

On September 4, 2025, NewsGuard released its August 2025 AI False Claim Monitor, revealing that leading generative AI tools repeat false information on news topics at a nearly doubled failure rate compared to previous assessments. The report analyzed 10 major AI tools and found they struggle to distinguish facts from falsehoods.

India's Press Information Bureau revealed a fake video circulating online, falsely attributed to the Army Chief and linked to Pakistan. The exposure aimed to counter misinformation.