Squid‑Shaped UFO Above Dallas Sparks Viral Debate

A video from Dallas shows a squid-shaped UFO hovering over the city

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Some footage depicts a beam of bright light extending from the object, creating a surreal, almost sci‑fi scene

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Viewers are divided—some claim it's alien visitation, others suspect AI-generated imagery or digital manipulation

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One user joked, “Bro that was my drone malfunctioned.” Another identified it as a “Jellyfish/Twilight effect” during rocket launches

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Conspiracy theorists insisted, “The government is trolling us,” adding fuel to online speculation

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Texas, especially Houston, ranks among the highest in UFO reports—Dallas and El Paso also feature frequently in sightings since 1995

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