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Israel Iran War · 16 March 2026

Trump: Iran used AI to fake 'Kamikaze Boats' in conflict

Trump: Iran used AI to fake 'Kamikaze Boats' in conflict

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Public understanding of the escalating Iran conflict may be distorted by deliberately misleading digital content. US President Donald Trump recently accused Iran of using artificial intelligence to create false images and videos online. He highlighted claims of non-existent 'Kamikaze Boats' attacking ships and disputed reports of five US refuelling planes being hit, which he said were incorrect.

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