Putin New Year Video Sparks Questions Over Authenticity and Health Rumors
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Putin's New Year address sparked claims it was AI-generated due to oddities like his neck moving separately from his body. This fueled rumors he is dead.
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Activists pointed out the video quality was lower than usual and Putin's movements seemed unnatural.
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Rumors have circulated for years Putin uses body doubles. AI analysis found a 53% facial match between Putin appearances.
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Recently, Putin kept 70ft from diplomats, with Ukraine claiming it was a body double avoiding close inspection.
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Some Ukrainian officials claim the real Putin hasn't been seen since June 2022.