Some Russian families are using new artificial intelligence tools to create digital likenesses and voices of relatives killed in the war in Ukraine, a practice described by outlets as an attempt to “resurrect” loved ones. The trend is presented as emerging at the intersection of intense personal grief, advances in AI image and voice generation, and ongoing conflict. The recreated content is typically based on existing materials—such as photos, videos, or recorded speech—then used to produce new messages or appearances for relatives. The practice is widely described as controversial, in part because it raises questions about consent, authenticity, and the psychological impact on families seeking comfort. While the BBC notes the phenomenon’s emotional appeal, it also highlights broader concerns about how AI-generated representations could affect public understanding of events and the handling of war-related loss. The reports indicate that, for families involved, the technology can provide a new channel for connection with those they have lost, even as critics question the ethical and social implications of using AI in this context.