A video showing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu running down a building corridor went viral on social media shortly after Iran’s missile strikes on Tel Aviv. Many posts claimed that the footage showed Netanyahu fleeing to a bunker in response to the Iranian attack. One viral post stated, “Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu is running to save his life… How many days he will hide in a bunker?”
However, a fact-check reveals the video is old and unrelated to the recent events. Here’s what our investigation uncovered.
The Viral Video
The video, widely circulated on various social media platforms, sparked speculation and conspiracy theories about Netanyahu’s response to the attacks. Social media users took the footage as proof that the Israeli leader was seeking refuge amid the escalating tension between Israel and Iran. The claim gained traction quickly, with many believing it showed Netanyahu’s immediate reaction to the strikes.
But the video isn’t from …