Did Burqa-Clad Women Carry Indian Flags To Escape From Palestine Amid Ongoing War Between Israel and Hamas? Fact Check Debunks Viral Video As Misleading

Mumbai, Ocotber 5: Have you come across a video showing women in burqas carrying the Indian national flag to escape from Palestine amid Israel and Hamas War? This video has been widely shared on social media, with users suggesting that it depicts Muslim individuals in Palestine using the tricolour as a shield against Israeli attacks. However, the reality is quite different. As users continue to circulate this video with misleading captions, it’s crucial to examine its true origins.

What is the Viral Claim?

The viral video in question features several women dressed in burqas, all carrying the Indian national flag. It has been widely circulated on social media, where users have linked it to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The claims accompanying the video suggest that these Muslim women and men are emerging from Palestine with the tricolour to avoid being targeted by Israeli forces, implying that the flag somehow offers them protection due to its representation of India. Israel-Hamas War: Israeli Army’s Fighting in Gaza Ended, Media Reports.

 Indian Flag Video Not Related to Ongoing War

Many users have shared the video with captions in Hindi that suggest that Israel refrains from attacking these individuals because they are holding the Indian flag. This framing attempts to create a narrative that ties the actions of these women to the larger geopolitical issues surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict, portraying them as a symbol of resistance against Israeli aggression. Israel-Hamas War: Palestinian Death Toll From Ongoing Israeli Attacks on Gaza Rises to 40,939, Says Health Authorities.

Fact Check Findings

The fact check report by The Quint revealed that the video is not related to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, as initially claimed. Instead, it traces back to the Arbaeen walk, a significant pilgrimage for Shia Muslims, with the video being shared online as early as August 31, 2023. The footage captures a cultural and religious event rather than a political protest. Moreover, additional searches confirmed that similar videos of pilgrims carrying the Indian flag during the Arbaeen pilgrimage exist, further supporting this context.

Arbaeen Pilgrimage Video

In conclusion, the findings indicate that the viral video has been misleadingly associated with the Israel-Hamas war. It is, in fact, an older video showcasing a religious pilgrimage rather than a political statement regarding current events. The misrepresentation of such content underscores the importance of verifying information before sharing, especially in a climate of heightened tension and misinformation.

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