Viral clip shows filming of a music video, not Ukrainian soldiers ‘faking combat’ to secure US funds

What was claimed:
Clips show Ukrainian soldiers faking combat to appear "war torn" in order to receive US funds.

Our verdict:
The clips actually show behind-the-scenes footage from a music video about the Ukraine war.

Title:	Viral clip shows filming of a music video, not Ukrainian soldiers ‘faking combat’ to secure US funds
URL:	https://fullfact.org/online/false-claim-ukraine-soldiers-combat/
Publisher:	Full Fact
Date published:	March 10, 2025
Description:	What was claimed: Clips show Ukrainian soldiers faking combat to appear “war torn” in order to receive US funds. Our verdict: The clips actually show behind-the-scenes footage from a music video about the Ukraine war.

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