Trump's Misinformation: Congo Footage Falsely Presented as South African Killings

Trump's False Claims: Misrepresenting Congo Footage as Evidence of South African Killings In a recent Oval Office meeting, US President Donald Trump presented a screenshot from a video, falsely claiming it showed mass killings of white South African farmers. This claim was made during a discussion with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa about alleged violence against white farmers in South Africa. However, fact-checking reveals the image was actually a still from a Reuters news report showing humanitarian workers dealing with body bags in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, following battles with M23 rebels. The Reuters journalist, Djaffar Al Katanty, stated that gaining access to film this scene was "extremely difficult". The video's misrepresentation underscores the importance of verifying information before making public statements, particularly those with significant political implications. The incident highlights the spread of misinformation and its potential impact on international relations.