Fact-Check: Viral message purportedly written by Nurse in Germany against Muslim migrants is fake
New Delhi: In recent days, a message has gained traction on various social media platforms, particularly on WhatsApp, purportedly authored by a nurse in Germany. The message describes a dire and unsustainable medical situation in German hospitals, attributing the challenges to an overwhelming number of Muslim migrants.
The content of the message has sparked concern and, in some instances, is fuelling negative sentiments towards migrants, particularly those of the Muslim faith.
Content of the Message:
The message in question claims to offer a firsthand account of a nurse's experiences in German hospitals amid an influx of migrants. Key points include:
- Hospitals purportedly overwhelmed and unable to handle the volume of migrant medical emergencies.
- Allegations of Muslims refusing treatment from female medical staff.
- Reports of escalating tensions between hospital staff and migrants, leading to the deployment of police and K-9 units.
- Claims that many migrants carry diseases such as AIDS, syphilis, open TB, and other exotic conditions not commonly treated in Europe.
- Descriptions of chaotic scenes in hospitals, including instances of abandoned children, with migrants allegedly expressing a refusal to pay for prescribed medications.
- Accusations that local press is forbidden from reporting on these incidents.
Fact-Check Results:
After a thorough investigation, our fact-check team found that the message is false, and its claims are not substantiated by credible evidence. Several aspects of the message raise red flags, including its generalization of an entire group of people and the absence of specific details such as names, dates, or locations. The lack of verifiable information suggests that the message may be a fabrication or an exaggerated account.
One of the telltale signs of misinformation is the lack of consistency in the message's details. Different versions of the same message have circulated with varying specifics, further undermining its credibility. The sensationalized nature of the claims, coupled with the absence of corroborating evidence, suggests that the message may be a fabrication or an exaggerated account designed to provoke emotional responses.
Another aspect of our fact-check investigation is the discovery that versions of this message have been circulating on social media since at least 2015. This indicates a sustained effort to disseminate misinformation over an extended period. Various adaptations of the same message have been identified.
The persistence of this false narrative over several years suggests a deliberate attempt to manipulate public opinion and foster negative attitudes towards migrants, specifically those from Muslim backgrounds.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the claims made in the message circulating on social media regarding the medical situation in Germany are baseless and false. The lack of verifiable information, coupled with inconsistencies in the narrative, points to a deliberate attempt to spread misinformation and promote negative stereotypes about migrants, particularly those of the Muslim faith.
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Punishment for those disrupting assembly proceedings, warns Speaker UT Khader
Belagavi: Speaker U.T. Khader on Friday warned that members who disrupt Assembly proceedings by talking in their seats during debates will be made to sit in the House for an entire day as a disciplinary measure.
The warning came after the Question Hour, when Deputy Leader of the Opposition Arvind Bellad was permitted to initiate a discussion on the development of North Karnataka.
At this point, expelled BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal objected, stating that he had been seeking a debate for the past three days but had not been given an opportunity.
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Responding to the objection, Speaker Khader said Bellad had already been granted permission and assured Yatnal that he would be allowed to speak at the next opportunity. He noted that even as a serious discussion was underway, several MLAs were speaking among themselves with their microphones on, disrupting the proceedings.
Expressing displeasure over the conduct of members, Khader likened the situation to football, where players receive red, yellow, or white cards for violations. Similarly, he said, the Assembly issues warning cards to members who disturb the House. If they fail to correct themselves despite repeated warnings, they would be required to remain seated in the Assembly hall for a full day as punishment, he stated.
