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Russian families are using AI-generated photos and videos to depict 'resurrected' loved ones killed or disappeared in the war in Ukraine, with some creators earning significant income.
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Russia, Kamensk-Uralsky, Ukraine
Who
Russian families, Katya Jin, Anna Korableva, Katarzyna Nowaczyk-Basińska, Ulyana Lebed, Ukrainian commentators
What
Russian families are using AI-generated photos and videos to depict 'resurrected' loved ones killed or disappeared in the war in Ukraine, with some creators earning significant income.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 23:19:52 GMT · 3h 49m ago
Where
Russia, Kamensk-Uralsky, Ukraine ·
Why
Families are using AI content as a way to mourn their loved ones and cope with 'unfinished farewells', seeking a sense of connection with deceased or missing soldiers.
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How this affects you
The use of AI to create deepfakes of soldiers killed in Ukraine provides a controversial means for grieving Russian families to cope with loss, while simultaneously drawing outrage from Ukrainians who view the content as glorifying aggressors. This practice also highlights ethical dilemmas regarding the psychological impact of such technology and the potential for profiting from grief.
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