Politicians and scientists say they were duped by an organisation making false claims about global warming.
They also include short films depicting footage of natural disasters, played over loud, apocalyptic tracks.Broadcast in dozens of languages, they have amassed thousands of views online.The Creative Society's Alexey Prudkov participated in the group's recent conferencesThey offer testimonies from high-profile guests from around the world - all seemingly backing the group and its ideas.
He had been told the footage would be shown at an international conference, he said, but had not asked who the other contributors would be.Image caption,"I got a message from a couple of people saying, 'Do you know who these people are and what they believe in?'" Dr Huq said.The Creative Society denies it deceived any of its guests.Information about the group and links to its website had been included in each invitation."We always openly stated our position.
They clearly identify climate change as one the topics of these conferences. But there is no mention of the group's views or denial of human-driven climate change.In response, Mr Prudkov told BBC News, it would not include Dr Huq's footage "in any future material".Selective editing and 'manipulation'
Portuguese Euro-MP Carlos Zorrinho said he had been "urged several times" during his interview to praise the work of the Creative Society.Portuguese MEP Carlos Zorrinho hopes his experience will serve as a "warning" for others
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