Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo – Social The so-called controversial image on social media turns out to be a snapshot from the attack on a Sukhoi-25 fighter jet in Goma, North Kivu province, in January 2022. This photo, shared widely on social media, has raised many questions about its veracity and real context.
The image in question shows Congolese soldiers moving the Sukhoi-25 plane on the ground using heavy equipment, following an attack by the Rwandan army. This incident occurred just after Kinshasa acknowledged Rwanda’s refusal to end its support for the M23, a rebel group operating in the region. Contrary to what some speculations have suggested, the Sukhoi-25 plane was not manually pushed by the military to carry out any aerial exercise.
This astonishing photo proves once again the power of fake news and its ability to mislead. It is vital to always verify sources and information before sharing them, especially on social media where misinformation can spread quickly.
This case also highlights the importance of fact-checking and contextualizing images on the internet. The ability of individuals to manipulate images and divert them from their initial context underlines the need to be vigilant and critical of what we see online.
In conclusion, it is necessary to debunk false information and misleading images circulating on the internet. The case of the Sukhoi-25 plane moved by the military in Goma in 2022 perfectly illustrates this phenomenon and reminds us of the importance of truthfulness and rigor in the dissemination of information. Let us therefore always remain attentive and informed to avoid falling into the trap of disinformation and fake news.