This Video Does Not Show Russian Military Paratroopers Landing in Ukraine
The Claim
A viral video shows Russian military paratroopers landing recently in Ukraine near Kharkiv.
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Social media users have circulated a video claiming it shows Russian military paratroopers landing recently in Ukraine near Kharkiv.
Misbar’s Analysis
Misbar has investigated the claim and found it to be misleading.
The video is old and was published on Russian websites in 2018 as part of the Russian Vostok 2018 military exercises.
Description: The video was posted to websites in 2018.
The circulation of the video comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin's announcement this morning, Thursday, February 24, of military action in the Donbas region, eastern Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russia launched airstrikes on infrastructure. Media outlets also reported hearing explosions in the city of Kharkiv.
Following these events, Misbar debunked many pictures and videos, claiming they were related to the crisis.
