AI-generated image of Vatican figures in fake Satanic ritual goes viral

A fake image of priests and cardinals appearing to worship a Satanic figure has gone viral on social media. The AI-generated picture shows men in religious attire around a statue of Baphomet, often misrepresented as Vatican figures. The image has been shared with various misleading captions, suggesting it reveals secrets about the Vatican. However, a closer look reveals common signs of AI creation, such as distorted faces and missing body parts. This incident reflects ongoing trends of misinformation targeting the Catholic Church, including conspiracy theories about the Vatican. Similar fake images have circulated in the past, including one of Pope Francis in a controversial pose.