Burkina Faso Leader in Fake AI Video Claim Mega Deal With India| Firstpost Africa |N18G

A viral AI-generated video falsely shows Burkina Faso’s junta leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, announcing a $14 billion grain deal with India. The nearly ten-minute clip criticizes U.S. tariffs while praising India as a trusted partner. Traoré appears in military uniform, with flags of the U.S. and India behind him, making sweeping claims about technology, irrigation, and cash support. The Indian government has confirmed the video is fake. While India and Burkina Faso maintain trade relations—totaling around $300 million in 2024—no such mega-deal exists. The video highlights the growing influence of AI deepfakes in spreading misinformation online.

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