Images of popular headlines Shared by X World leaders claim to have signed a World Economic Forum (WEF) agreement that introduces “age at death” laws in Western countries.
No one elected the World Economic Forum. pic.twitter.com/KvDiyDeqat
— Liz Churchill (@liz_churchill10) December 10, 2024
Verdict: False
The claim is false and originally stemmed from a December 10 article published by The People's Voice, a website known for spreading “fake news.”
Fact check:
A recent WEF survey shows that global business leaders are concerned about economic recession and inflation. Reuters. Another concern for leaders was “abnormal weather,” the paper said.
The image, which has been viewed more than 2 million times at the time of writing, claims that world leaders have signed the WEF Treaty, which introduces “age at death” laws in Western countries. The headline reads, “World leaders sign WEF treaty introducing 'age of death' laws in Western countries.”
This claim is false and originally Articles for December 10th This was published by The People's Voice, a website known for spreading “fake news.” “Disclaimer of Liability” included in “Disclaimer” of the siteterms of service” page states that “we make no representations about the suitability, reliability, availability, timeliness, and accuracy of the information, software, products, services, and related graphics contained on the site for any purpose.” I am.
The site, previously known as “NewsPunch” and “YourNewsWire,” is said to be “one of the most prominent purveyors of fake news online,” according to one source. Mashable articles from 2019. (Related: No, the image does not show Assad in Moscow)
Similarly, a December 10 article discusses global efforts on euthanasia and assisted dying, with world leaders signing the WEF Treaty introducing an “Age of Death” in the West. It provides no evidence to support that claim. Image claims.
Additionally, “Check Your Fact” did not find any claims referenced in WEF. Website or its verified socializing media account.
Also found: Check the facts There are no reliable reports to support the claim. In fact, the opposite is true. December 11th, lead story debunked that claim and showed that it originally came from the “voice of the people.''
Check Your Fact has contacted WEF for comment.
