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Facebook, Twitter deal with doctored photos, graphic videos as Afghanistan falls – Source CNET Tech

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Social networks continue to grapple with misinformation and offensive content. 


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A CNN reporter stands in front of a photo of a helicopter flying over the US embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan, a city that has fallen into chaos. Underneath the image, a caption states: “Violent but mostly peaceful transfer of power.” 

The image, supposedly a screengrab of the network, circulated widely on Facebook, Twitter and other social media, prompting questions about its authenticity. How could the transfer be considered peaceful, some wondered….

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