The Ministry of Internal Affairs warns about a dangerous disinformation campaign taking place online, where false videos made with artificial intelligence are circulating, falsely claiming that Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan announced Romania’s entry into war starting in September 2025.
The Ministry emphasizes that these materials are completely fabricated, and the Prime Minister has not made such statements.
According to the ministry, such campaigns aim to undermine trust in state institutions and create panic among the population. Authorities recommend citizens to verify the source of information and avoid sharing unverified materials.
"Attention‼ We report the existence of a campaign spreading false information, presenting false videos made with the help of artificial intelligence programs as authentic, indicating that Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan announces Romania's entry into war, starting in September 2025."
The Prime Minister of Romania has not made such statements, and Romania is not going to war. This information is part of the measures taken by the Ministry of Internal Affairs to identify and combat disinformation campaigns that affect trust in state institutions and in people who perform their duties diligently. We encourage you to check the sources and not to distribute unverified content," the Ministry of Internal Affairs stated on Tuesday.
UPDATE - The Romanian Government has also clarified, stating that Romania will not go to war.
"The decision of the Romanian state is firm: Romania will not go to war. Romania is a safe country, a full member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), benefiting from solid security guarantees that ensure the protection of its territory and its citizens," representatives of the Executive stated.
According to them, there is no reason for panic or alarm regarding Romania's possible involvement in a military conflict.
"State institutions are operating normally, and the social and economic life of citizens and companies in Romania is proceeding under conditions of complete safety. We urge all citizens to seek information from official and verified sources. The spread of false information can generate unjustified panic and seriously affect the climate of public trust," the Government further stated.
Increasingly Sophisticated Traps
The warning from the Ministry of Internal Affairs comes in the context where authorities have reported in recent days other fraudulent attempts using official elements to create the appearance of legitimacy.
A fake online platform promises huge profits from investments and abusively uses the image of the Romanian Government. The website falsely claims that the program is approved by the state and is promoted through sponsored ads on social networks, including featuring Ilie Bolojan's image.
The platform asks users to provide personal data and transfer money, promising quick and risk-free gains. In reality, it is a well-orchestrated scam, possibly orchestrated by organized networks of cybercrime.
Cybersecurity experts warn that these methods are becoming increasingly convincing, often combined with deepfake technology, making them difficult to detect for the general public.
Recommendation: Do Not Share, Do Not Fill Out Forms, Always Verify the Source
Authorities advise citizens to exercise increased caution in the face of viral content that includes unverified "official statements," especially in the context of using visual and vocal manipulation technologies.
In case of any suspicion, the recommendation is to contact official channels or notify the competent institutions.