The Kremlin is actively using diplomatic institutions to influence Italian society and promote propaganda narratives. ▫️ This is aimed at discrediting support for Ukraine, creating an image of Russia as a “victim” of international pressure and promoting anti-American sentiment. At the same time, Russian diplomats often hide their propaganda behind humanitarian initiatives. For example, through…
Key remarks from Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s speech at the Munich Security Conference ▫️ Europe needs its own armed forces – the Army of Europe, the time has come. ▫️ Without the Ukrainian army, European armies alone will not be enough to stop Russia. ▫️ Ukraine will never accept agreements made behind our backs. The same should…
On the sidelines of the Munich Security Summit, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a number of important meetings with world leaders. In particular, with U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia Keith Kellogg. ▫️ In addition, the President met with the bipartisan delegation…
Key points of Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s speech at the Munich Security Conference ▫️ Now we need to enlarge the army in Europe and increase arms production. ▫️ If Ukraine is not in NATO, we will make NATO in Ukraine. ▫️ I will meet with only one Russian – Putin – and only after we have prepared…
Key statements by President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy at a press conference at the Munich Security Conference ▫️ The Russian drone that struck the Chornobyl sarcophagus was flying at an altitude invisible to radar. This means that the strike was not accidental. ▫️ Ukrainian soldiers are now giving the whole world time to talk and…
The occupation authorities of Crimea are “nationalizing” more than 720 more objects. Among them are the premises of the Nemo Dolphinarium in Sudak, Feodosia and Alushta, Saki Mineral Waters, and property of Ukrainian citizens. ▫️ The Russian occupiers plan to sell the stolen property and spend the money on the military fighting against Ukraine and…
After the wreckage of a Russian UAV fell on the territory of Moldova, which was demonstrated to the Russian ambassador to the country, the authorities are closing the Russian Center for Science and Culture in Chisinau. ▫️ As already reported by the CCD, organizations subordinated to Rossotrudnichestvo are tools for conducting Russian information influence operations…
“Cultural organizations” are actively operating in Italy, spreading narratives consistent with Russian propaganda. ▫️ Among them are Russia Emilia Romagna and Vento dell’Est, which present themselves as public organizations promoting Russian culture, “countering Russophobia,” and “restoring friendship with Russia.” In reality, they serve as platforms for disseminating Kremlin propaganda. For example, in January, Russia Emilia…
Russian propagandists are spreading a fake video on their resources using the name of the Center for Countering Disinformation about the alleged work of “Ukrainian phone scammers in Germany”. The Center for Countering Disinformation has nothing to do with the creation and dissemination of this video. The video was produced by Russian propagandists, and the…
In 2024, the Center conducted a review of publications about Tulsi Gabbard in previous years The Center for Countering Disinformation (CCD) conducted a review of whether there were sufficient grounds for the publications about US citizen Tulsi Gabbard in 2022. After the appointment of Andriy Kovalenko as the head of the Center in 2024, cases…
▫️ Europe needs to defend itself because it is Europe, and the Russians need to be put in their place. ▫️ For those who help us defend our land, we can give them the opportunity to invest in our subsoil. ▫️ It is in NATO’s interest to have Ukraine as a member of the Alliance….
In the Russian city of Chelyabinsk, participants in the war against Ukraine and local deputies held a so-called “lesson of courage” in a kindergarten. They staged a propaganda event featuring a weapons exhibition—including pistols, assault rifles, grenades, and even mines. Preschoolers were also allowed to play with model weapons. This militaristic spectacle was actively supported…
