This video, which we are aware of, is absolutely not footage of Ms Khobragade. We would call it a dangerous and provocative fabrication," State department deputy spokesperson Marie Harf said.
The video circulated on social media shows officials purportedly strip searching a woman in custody. The woman is seen screaming during the search.
"This hoax video, which I think has appeared on some news websites without obviously confirming its authenticity, because it's not, we find it deeply troubling, irresponsible and reckless and condemn, again, this dangerous fabrication. I want to make very clear this is not video of her," Harf said.