A fake Putin video threatening Pakistan has gone viral on social media, sparking confusion and debate across South Asia.

The widely shared clip shows Russian President Vladimir Putin allegedly warning Pakistan’s military leadership while expressing support for Afghanistan. However, the Russian Embassy in Islamabad has confirmed that the video is completely fabricated.

In a statement released this week, the embassy called the viral footage “100 percent fake,” clarifying that the audio had been digitally manipulated to spread misinformation. The original video, they said, was actually recorded on October 23 during a meeting of the Russian Geographical Society’s Board of Trustees in Moscow — and had nothing to do with Pakistan or Afghanistan.

According to official Russian transcripts, Putin discussed domestic topics such as education, historical projects, and Arctic research during that event. At no point did he mention regional politics or issue any warning to Pakistan.

Experts and independent fact-checking organizations have also confirmed that the circulating clip includes AI-generated voiceovers and false subtitles, designed to make it appear as though Putin was delivering a strong message to Pakistan. Analysts believe the video was created to stir tensions and mislead viewers about Russia’s regional stance.

The Russian Embassy reiterated that Moscow maintains friendly relations with both Pakistan and Afghanistan and continues to support a diplomatic, peaceful approach to resolving their ongoing border and security issues.

Verdict: False. The fake Putin video threatening Pakistan uses unrelated footage and fabricated audio to spread a misleading narrative about Russia’s foreign policy and its position on South Asian affairs.