This video does not show Mexican cartel members with US weapons smuggled from Ukraine – Truth or Fake

Social media users are sharing a viral video that allegedly shows US Javelin anti-tank missile systems, destined for Ukraine, in the hands of Mexican cartel members. The artillery in question is not a Javelin; experts conclude that the cartel members in the video are carrying another type of weapon. We tell you more in this edition of Truth or Fake.

Title: This video does not show Mexican cartel members with US weapons smuggled from Ukraine – Truth or Fake
URL: https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/truth-or-fake/20230620-video-doesn-t-show-mexican-cartel-members-with-us-weapons-smuggled-from-ukraine
Publisher: France 24
Date published: June 20, 2023
Description:

Social media users are sharing a viral video that allegedly shows US Javelin anti-tank missile systems, destined for Ukraine, in the hands of Mexican cartel members. The artillery in question is not a Javelin; experts conclude that the cartel members in the video are carrying another type of weapon. We tell you more in this edition of Truth or Fake.