Russia's Information Warfare: What Is It?
Learn how the Kremlin uses lies to manipulate events & erode trust.
The Kremlin uses disinformation as a tool to manipulate events & erode trust beyond its goal of influencing public opinion. It aims to achieve political goals (chiefly, Putin's revanchist fantasies) through intricate information warfare strategies.
Their tactics are diverse, & constantly evolving:
Amplified Propaganda: Spreading biased or false narratives via traditional media & online channels (bots, paid influencers) - often targeting specific political agendas.
Information Warfare Operations: Disrupting information flows to influence public opinion on crucial issues like elections and international conflicts.
This article discusses a few of these tactics and explores the impact of Russian hybrid warfare strategies on global politics.
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