Russian propaganda is spreading multiple manipulations regarding U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s statement that the U.S. provided Ukraine with certain types of weapons before Russia’s full-scale invasion. ▫️ According to propagandists, Blinken’s remarks supposedly confirm that Ukraine was preparing for a large-scale war against the so-called DPR, LPR, and Russia. Kremlin-controlled media are using…
French and German Foreign Ministers Jean-Noël Barrot and Annalena Baerbock have arrived in Damascus, where a meeting with Syria’s new leadership is scheduled. Baerbock and Barrot are the first EU ministers to visit Syria since the fall of the Assad regime. This visit marks a step toward the gradual normalisation of relations with Ahmad al-Sharaa….
Ukrainians in Poland Are Receiving Fake Subpoenas Allegedly Requiring Them to Perform Military Service ▫️ The authors of these subpoenas threaten recipients with prosecution and deportation to Ukraine if they fail to comply with the “requirements.” The Polish Office for Foreigners, in whose name the fake subpoenas are issued, has stated that it has no…
▫️ NATO remains the best security guarantee for Ukraine. Any other guarantees will not be strong without the participation of the United States. ▫️ Ukraine supports the initiative of deploying European peacekeeping forces, but such a mission should not be a substitute for NATO membership. ▫️ Ukraine will do everything to stabilise the situation on…
Russians have organised «holiday programs» for children from the occupied territories to visit Russian cities during the New Year celebrations. The organisers promise excursions where children «can immerse themselves in the culture and history of their native country». By simulating care for residents of the occupied territories, Russia is, in fact, engaging in ideological indoctrination…
The Kremlin uses higher education as a tool to spread geopolitical influence, primarily in Africa, where Russia’s efforts are most active. ▫️ To increase the number of foreign students, Russia utilises the federal project «Education Export». Foreign students’ education is often funded by major state-owned corporations such as Rosatom or RUSAL. In other words, foreign…
Ukraine’s engagement with the new Syrian administration could become a factor in weakening Russia’s influence in the Middle East and Africa. The visit of Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha to Syria was very important, as was the food assistance provided to the country, said Andrii Kovalenko, Head of the CCD and an officer of the…
The United States has imposed sanctions on two organisations in Russia and Iran for targeted disinformation campaigns related to U.S. elections. In Russia, the sanctions target the Centre for Geopolitical Analysis and its director, Valeriy Korovin. According to the U.S. Treasury Department, Korovin operated under the instructions of Russia’s GRU and disseminated disinformation generated by…
Russian propaganda portrays the withdrawal of French troops from the Ivory Coast and Senegal as a «humiliation for France» and evidence of Moscow’s expanding influence across Africa. In reality, the upcoming withdrawal of 600 French troops from the Ivory Coast and 350 from Senegal does not automatically signal an increase in Russian influence. It is…
The Center monitors the information space of Global South countries and identifies narratives beneficial to Russia In recent days, key topics related to Ukraine in the Global South’s information space have included: – the possibility of peace negotiations and their prospects; – statements by Sergey Lavrov regarding Russia’s conditions for negotiations; – the cessation of…
On the instructions of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha and Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food Vitaliy Koval visited Damascus. The visit highlighted Ukraine’s commitment to assisting the people of Syria in restoring normal life. The first 500 tons of Ukrainian flour are expected to arrive soon. Ukraine is also…
Russian propaganda is spreading a fake narrative claiming that Ukrainian troops are preparing a false flag operation involving the mass murder of civilians in Pokrovsk. The propagandists allege that the Ukrainian Armed Forces have arrived in the city and are “planning to commit crimes against civilians, disguised in Russian uniforms.” Once again, Russia is attempting…
