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ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has swung into action against the fake videos being shared on social media.
In a statement issued by the FIA, it announced taking notice of the fake videos being spread on social media platforms. The federal agency added that it has launched an investigation into the matter.
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Furthermore, FIA also warned of strict legal action, in the shape of imprisonment and fines, against those found involved in making and spreading fake videos. Social media users have also been advised against sharing these videos.
It should be noted that Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML N) leader Maryam Nawaz’s doctored videos are circulating on social media.
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Read more: Govt to launch crackdown against spreading immoral videos: Interior Minister
Earlier in the day, Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah said the government has decided to launch a crackdown against maligning people through immoral videos.
In a statement, the federal minister said those spreading unethical material on social media will be arrested. “We will not allow anyone to defame people through social media,” he said, adding that it is important to stop such acts from being used for blackmailing.