Misinformation about Gaza Tunnel and Israeli Strike on Rafah

SOURCE www.factcheck.org
Social media posts falsely claim a tunnel under Gaza connects Egypt to Rafah, where refugees have been sheltering. Israeli strike on Rafah kills 45, majority women and children. Misinformation on social media justifies Israel's actions in Rafah. Actual tunnel in photo connects Gaza to Israel, not Egypt.

Key Points

  • Social media posts falsely claim a tunnel under Gaza connects Egypt to Rafah.
  • Israeli strike on Rafah kills at least 45, majority women and children.
  • Misinformation on social media justifies Israel's actions in Rafah.
  • Actual tunnel in photo connects Gaza to Israel, not Egypt.