Russian dictator Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, in which he confirmed his “readiness to contribute to the improvement of the socio-economic situation in Syria.” However, ru-propaganda again fails to provide any practical results of these talks. After the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, the Kremlin is trying to get…
The Center monitors the information space of the Global South and identifies narratives favorable to Russia. In recent days, the key topics related to Ukraine have been: – the conversation between US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin and the prospects for peace talks; – the statement of the President of Ukraine Volodymyr…
Russian state-owned Lukoil has signed an agreement with the Egyptian government to develop local oil fields. The deal is part of the Kremlin’s efforts to expand its presence in Africa’s energy sector. Currently, Russian companies are involved in more than 10 oil and gas projects in Algeria, Libya, and Egypt. In addition, Russians are actively…
The Center monitors the information space of the Global South and identifies narratives favorable to Russia. In recent days, the key topics related to Ukraine have been: – possible talks between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin; – Vladimir Putin’s statements on the terms for peace talks; – strikes by Ukrainian drones on infrastructure deep in…
Against the backdrop of the French troops’ withdrawal from Chad, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed his readiness to develop cooperation with the African country, and Russian media spread information that two military bases in Chad will be transferred to Turkish control. ▫️ Africa is an object of Russian interests. However, a sustainable Russian presence…
Russia has announced a new season of the propaganda project “Globe of Orthodoxy.” The program is hosted by Maria Butina, who previously served 15 months in a U.S. prison for acting as a Kremlin agent. She will promote narratives about Russian Orthodox communities abroad, particularly in the Global South countries. ▫️ This project is part…
For the first time since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, a Russian delegation has arrived in Syria. The main topic of discussion was likely the future of Russian military bases, but the talks appear to have been unsuccessful. ▫️ Russian delegation members officially stated that the issue of Russian bases in Syria requires “further…
The Center monitors the information space of the Global South, identifying narratives favorable to Russia. In recent days, key topics related to Ukraine have included: – Prospects for initiating peace talks in Ukraine, led by U.S. President Donald Trump; – The World Economic Forum in Davos and meetings held on its sidelines; – New sanctions…
Russian Minister of Culture Olga Lyubimova visited Bahrain to open the “Russian Seasons” and organize a “Russian Film Festival.” ▫️ This visit is part of the Kremlin’s broader effort to promote Russian culture in the Middle East—one of the key tools used in its propaganda and disinformation campaigns. Beyond Bahrain, Russia has stepped up its…
Russia has announced plans to open embassies in Niger and Sierra Leone in the near future, along with a new diplomatic mission in South Sudan. This expansion of Russia’s diplomatic presence in Africa underscores the continent’s growing importance in Moscow’s foreign policy, especially as the Kremlin faces international isolation. Russia has made Africa an arena…
The Center monitors the information space in the Global South, identifying narratives favorable to Russia. In recent days, the key topics related to Ukraine have been: – The inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and its prospects for peace talks; – The signing of a 100-year partnership agreement between Ukraine and the UK; – The…
Behind the claims of Russian propaganda about aiding African countries in combating epidemics and improving healthcare lies a hidden agenda of expanding their own influence on the continent. ▫️ The actions of the Russian Federation, often presented as humanitarian efforts, frequently result in direct harm to people in African countries. While providing aid, Russia simultaneously…
