Fact-Check: Analyzing the Surge of Misinformation in Myanmar throughout April
Mizzima reports on a surge of misinformation in Myanmar throughout April, highlighting the misuse of old footage and politically motivated fabrications on social media. False claims regarding Aung San Suu Kyi and the Arakan Army (AA) have been rampant, posing significant risks to public perception and social stability.
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