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1 week agoFact check: Footage of Jerusalem from 1897 sparks debate DW 08/28/2025
A vibrant video showing a bustling street scene in Jerusalem from 1897 has captivated numerous users on the social media platform X. The clip, which appears to depict the Jaffa gate , shows people walking through the frame in full color and has prompted both fascination and skepticism. While some users marvel at the historical glimpse, others question its authenticity, wondering whether footage could exist from that era or whether it's AI-generated. Others point out that there were no videos back in 1897.
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