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Tufan Erhürman AI photo controversy

Overview

President Tufan Erhürman issued a formal denial regarding social media allegations that a photograph of him was generated by artificial intelligence. The disputed image shows Erhürman embracing former Transport Minister Erhan Arıklı at Girne Port following a fatal accident.

Erhürman stated the photograph was authentic and taken while he was offering condolences. He rejected claims of manipulation, asserting, “I am neither ashamed of hugging people to offer my condolences, nor would I descend to such a low state as to resort to lies to claim a photo is artificial intelligence.” The President maintained that his focus is on supporting the public and ensuring accountability regarding the accident.

Entities

Mehmet Ç. · Girne Port · Kyrenia Harbor · Tufan Erhürman · Ankara Cumhuriyet Başsavcılığı

Timeline

5 days ago

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