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War & Conflict2h 21m ago

Russian families are using AI-generated photos and videos to depict deceased or missing loved ones from the war in Ukraine, often portraying soldiers as heroes.

Moscow, Kamensk-Uralsky, Russia

Who
Katya Jin, Anna Korableva, Ulyana Lebed, Katarzyna Nowaczyk-Basińska
What
Russian families are using AI-generated photos and videos to depict deceased or missing loved ones from the war in Ukraine, often portraying soldiers as heroes.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 23:19:52 GMT · 2h 21m ago
Where
Moscow, Kamensk-Uralsky, Russia ·
Why
The AI content provides a way for some grieving families to mourn their loved ones, especially servicemen who disappeared or were killed in Ukraine.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This emerging trend highlights the intersection of grief, new AI technologies, and the ongoing war in Ukraine, sparking ethical debates about the psychological impact on grieving families and the controversial portrayal of soldiers.

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    Russian families are using AI-generated photos and videos to depict deceased or missing loved ones from the war in Ukraine, often portraying soldiers as heroes.
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    Russian families are using AI-generated photos and videos to depict loved ones killed in Ukraine returning home, a trend that is proving controversial.
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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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