On January 23, 2025, a TikTok video recorded by a couple in Guatemala has ignited a heated debate regarding the authenticity of a luminous object in the sky. The footage, captured at 2:35 a.m. from their backyard, features a bright light that the couple suspects could be a UFO.
In the video, the woman exclaims, "It's a ship!" while focusing on the object. The man questions the camera's clarity, stating, "Why isn’t the camera focusing well?" The object briefly disappears before reappearing with intensifying yellow lights. The surprised woman asks, "Love, what is that?" The video shows the couple zooming in on the object, though the image remains unclear.
To differentiate it from the moon, they include a shot of the moon in the sky. However, the quality of the image does not allow for a definitive identification.
With the caption "Something strange in the sky today, January 23, 2025, at 2:35 a.m.," the video quickly went viral. Comments ranged widely, with some suggesting it was a hoax, while others speculated it could be linked to a forest fire. Some even claimed it was the moon, pointing out how the tree leaves created a visual effect.
Additionally, viewers from El Salvador and Mexico reported seeing similar phenomena on the same date, further fueling the discussion about the object's origin.
Amid the controversy, experts emphasize the importance of critically evaluating videos circulating on social media, as many can be misinterpreted or manipulated. While some believe it may be a genuine phenomenon, explanations vary, and no definitive conclusion has been reached.