AI-Generated Video of Flags on Eiffel Tower Sparks Panic Across France

A viral video circulating on social media in France depicts flags of the Palestinian Authority and Jordan flying from the summit of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. However, the dramatic footage is completely fake, generated entirely by artificial intelligence.

The video shows a Palestinian flag alongside a Jordanian flag atop the iconic structure, creating the illusion of a takeover. It emerged amid high tensions in France following weekend protests against the cost of living that deteriorated into riots, looting, and property destruction in cities like Marseille.

AI Generation vs. Real Incidents

While the viral video is a fabrication, displaying Palestinian flags on the landmark is not entirely unprecedented. In May 2026, activists unfurled a large banner on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower during a protest, resulting in six arrests.

Business owners in Marseille reported severe damage following weekend riots, criticizing a lack of police presence as masked groups looted downtown shops.

Business Owners and Community Reaction

During our entire tour, we did not see a single police officer. All officers were concentrated in front of the courthouse and government buildings, said D., a Jewish business owner in central Marseille.

Rabbi Moshe Sebbag of the Grand Synagogue of Paris noted that security officials are concerned about potential extremist involvement in the unrest, calling it a threat to civilization, though he added that Jewish community life continues as usual.