Comments: The recent video of Vladimir Putin, shared on the Kremlin’s website and widely circulated on X, sparked questions about its authenticity. Speculation arose due to the noticeable lack of hand movement, a departure from his typical gestures in other recorded statements. However, our analysis concludes that this video is not manipulated with AI. 

This case underscores a growing challenge in the digital age: distinguishing authentic content from manipulated media. While deepfake detection tools help identify fakes, verifying the authenticity of real content is equally critical. In the context of world leaders, false claims about genuine videos can be just as destabilizing as actual deepfakes, undermining trust in official communications and exacerbating misinformation. As media scrutiny intensifies, the ability to confirm the veracity of content will play a pivotal role in preserving public trust and ensuring informed discourse.