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AI-Generated Video Claims Noah's Ark Excavation
AI-generated video falsely shows Noah's Ark excavation near Mount Ararat.
In brief
AI-generated video falsely shows Noah's Ark excavation near Mount Ararat. Lead Stories confirms a video claiming Noah's Ark excavation on Mount Ararat is AI-generated, not real footage. Originally reported by Lead Stories.
AI-Generated Video
Lead Stories found a video claiming Noah's Ark excavation near Mount Ararat is AI-generated using OpenAI tools.
“This video is ai-generated”
Video Origin
The video appeared on X on Oct. 5, 2026, from @JohnmichealC1 account with a post title: Mount Ararat, Noah's Ark.
“Mount Ararat, Noah's Ark”
Fact Check Process
Lead Stories used OpenAI Verify to detect a SynthID watermark, confirming the video was 99.9% AI-generated.
“99.9% likely to be ai-generated”
Noah's Ark Scans
Noah's Ark Scans, a group called Guardians of the Ark, is fundraising for research at the Durupınar site near Mount Ararat.
“Guardians of the Ark”
At a glance
Lead Stories confirms a video claiming Noah's Ark excavation on Mount Ararat is AI-generated, not real footage.
