# AI-Generated Image of July Memorial Monument Causes Confusion

*Press Institute of Bangladesh's fact-checking team, BanglaFact, has identified an attempt to create confusion by spreading an AI-generated image of the July Memorial Monument.*

June 23, 2026 · Bangladesh

## At a glance

- AI-generated image of July Memorial Monument identified by BanglaFact.
- Image claimed to show monument with hanging shoes was circulated on social media.
- Verification confirmed the image was not authentic and created using AI.
- Rise in false information targeting interim government, July 24 movement parties, and BNP.
- BanglaFact works to prevent misinformation and provide accurate information to the public.

Press Institute of Bangladesh's (PIB) fact-checking and media research team, BanglaFact, has identified an attempt to create confusion by spreading an AI-generated image of the July Memorial Monument. BanglaFact reported that a photo claiming to show the July Memorial Monument with numerous shoes hanging from it was being circulated on social media.

Upon verification, BanglaFact found that the image was not authentic but created using AI technology. Multiple AI content detection tools confirmed this. No evidence was found to support the image's authenticity, and several inconsistencies typical of AI-generated images were identified.

## Rise in Misinformation

Fact-checking organizations have noted an increase in the spread of false information on social media, particularly targeting the interim government, parties involved in the July 24 movement, and the BNP. Misinformation campaigns aim to create confusion and spread false narratives about these entities.

## Role of BanglaFact

BanglaFact, PIB's fact-check, media research, and analysis team, regularly verifies false and misleading information and conducts research on media and news. The organization has identified hundreds of false pieces of information circulating on the internet in Bangladesh, working to prevent rumors and misinformation and provide the public with accurate information.

## Ongoing Efforts

BanglaFact continues to play a crucial role in combating misinformation in Bangladesh, ensuring that the public receives accurate and verified information amidst the spread of false narratives and rumors.

## Sources

- BSS

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Source: https://pulsetoday.com.bd/en/bangladesh/ai-generated-image-july-memorial-monument-banglafact