26.12.2025 14:51
In a video shared on social media, moments of a Christmas tree burning were captured. While it was claimed that the incident took place in England and that the fire was "an attack organized by Muslims," the truth was quickly revealed. The video, which has garnered over 200,000 views, was recorded on December 25, 2024, and it was found to belong to a 9-meter Christmas tree that caught fire during a blaze at the Sanli Plaza in Chengdu, China.
Images of a Christmas tree allegedly set on fire by Muslims in England quickly sparked a major controversy.
IT RECEIVED OVER 200 THOUSAND VIEWS
The video in question received over 200 thousand views on social media, while the truth emerged quickly.
THE TRUTH EMERGED QUICKLY
According to information provided by Anadolu Agency's Verification Line, the video, which has been circulating since December 2024, was recorded in China.
"THE IMAGES BELONG TO A CHRISTMAS TREE ON FIRE IN CHINA"
In the examination conducted by news sources, the following information was obtained: "The 9-meter Christmas tree displayed at Sanlı Plaza in Chengdu, China, caught fire on December 25, 2024. The fire that broke out in the shopping mall's open area quickly spread to the surrounding decorations."
"ONE OF THE CUSTOMERS THREW A CIGARETTE BUTT AT THE TREE"
In the images shared on social media, it was seen that the giant tree was completely engulfed in flames and thick black smoke was rising. The panic experienced by shoppers was also reflected in the footage. Authorities examining security camera recordings stated that they had determined a customer threw a cigarette butt at the tree.
Emphasizing that the flames spread rapidly due to the dense cotton inside the tree, the official said, 'An official investigation is ongoing regarding the incident that the fire department intervened in. We invite our citizens to be more conscious about public safety and not to throw cigarette butts randomly.'