No, Ukrainians do not get a one-time bonus of 500 euros

In this day and age, when information and false reports spread at lightning speed, it is easy to fall for false information. A particularly striking example is the claim that was recently spread via a TikTok account. This account, which falsely claims to be an official site for the job center, claims, in a computer-generated voice, that people from Ukraine will receive a one-time bonus of 500 euros. Supposedly as a “little encouragement because of the war”.

But as is often the case, there is a fictional story behind this supposed benefit.

What are we talking about?

A video on TikTok shared by an account called “jobcenter_no1” claims that people from Ukraine will receive a one-time bonus of 500 euros starting March 1 or June 1, 2024. This decision was made “yesterday” to provide some comfort to those affected by the war. This information spread quickly, reaching tens of thousands of people, sparking envy and disbelief in the comments and leading to confusion about the authenticity of the statement.

Our review of the bonus rumor

Upon closer inspection and examination of the facts, this claim quickly turns out to be fictitious. Both the federal government and the Federal Employment Agency have confirmed that such a measure has neither been decided nor is it planned. The TikTok account behind the hoax states that its profile is purely for entertainment purposes and is satirical in nature - information that is only visible if you access the profile directly.

Facts about the rumor “500 euros for Ukrainians”

• Made up : The claim of a 500 euro bonus for people from Ukraine is not true. Neither the federal government nor the Federal Employment Agency have announced or planned such a measure.
• Disinformation source : A TikTok account called “jobcenter_no1”, which incorrectly uses the logo of the Federal Employment Agency, spread the rumor. This account made it clear in its profile description that it was satire, but this is not mentioned in the video itself.
• Public reaction : The video and the claim it contained sparked a wave of reaction, from envy and incomprehension to confusion from those who questioned the authenticity of the information.

Questions and answers about the rumor

Question 1: Is there a 500 euro bonus for people from Ukraine?
Answer 1: No, this claim is fictitious and not true.

Question 2: Who is spreading the rumor about the bonus?
Answer 2: A TikTok account with the name “jobcenter_no1” that falsely claims to be the official page of the job center.

Question 3: How did the authorities react to the rumor?
Answer 3: Both the federal government and the Federal Employment Agency have made it clear that the claim of a 500 euro bonus is fictitious.

Question 4: Why do people believe such misinformation?
Answer 4: In times of uncertainty and rapid information dissemination on the Internet, it can easily happen that misinformation finds fertile ground.

Question 5: What should you do if you come across false information?
Answer 5: It is important to critically question information and verify it from reliable sources before disseminating it.

Conclusion on the 500 euro bonus rumor

The claim of a 500 euro bonus for people from Ukraine is a clear example of the spread of misinformation on the Internet. It highlights the need to remain critical and obtain information from trusted sources. Especially in times of social and political uncertainty, there is a great risk that such fictional stories will be believed. It is our responsibility to be vigilant and help spread true information.

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