First picture of Kate since surgery recalled by international picture agencies over 'manipulation' claims

Four of the world's biggest news photo agencies have warned media outlets to not use the first official photo of the Princess of Wales, which was released just hours ago, because it "appears that the source has manipulated the image".

It was initially picked up by Associated Press, Getty Images, which provide media outlets like Nine with images to use on website and newspapers.Some royal fans suggested the photo appeared to have been doctored with AI. The caption on the original Instagram post, which remains live, indicated Prince William took the photo and Kensington Palace said it was taken "this week".Various curiosities flagged in the picture are Kate's missing wedding ring, the positioning of Prince Louis' hand, a section of the floor tiles seeming blurred, and healthy green grass and leafy tree at the end of an English winter.

The royal family warned the princess would need as much as two weeks in hospital and be off royal duties until after Easter. She was eventually released in late January, 13 days after her surgery.

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