Introduction :
The St. Porphyry Orthodox Church in Gaza has recently been the subject of numerous rumors claiming that it was destroyed during recent Israeli bombings. However, further verification revealed that these claims were false. In this article, we will debunk these rumors and provide accurate information about the real state of the church after the bombings.
Rumor Debunking:
Since October 9, numerous posts on social media claimed that the St. Porphyry Orthodox Church in Gaza had been destroyed by Israeli bombing. Videos were circulating showing buildings destroyed by explosions, with claims that the church was among the victims.
However, the church itself quickly denied these rumors. In a Facebook post, the organization in charge of the church said it remained intact and was still used for religious services. The information circulating about the damage suffered was false.
Video analysis:
An analysis of the videos purporting to show the destruction of the church was carried out. It was discovered that this footage was taken in another area of Gaza City, far from the actual location of the church. Reverse searches pinpointed exactly where the videos were filmed, confirming that it was not St. Porphyry Orthodox Church.
Conclusion :
It is important to verify the accuracy of information before sharing it on social media. In the case of the St. Porphyry Orthodox Church in Gaza, rumors of its destruction turned out to be false. The church has remained intact despite recent bombings. As readers and internet users, it is our responsibility to ensure the veracity of the information we share, avoiding contributing to the spread of fake news.