The Center monitors the information space in the Global South and identifies narratives favorable to russia.

▪️ One of the largest Arab media outlets published an article suggesting that “the West is trying to drag belarus into the conflict between russia and Ukraine.” This narrative is attributed to anonymous “russian experts.”

▪️ In the Middle East, the issue of the West’s alleged “double standards” regarding the wars in Ukraine and Gaza remains a key topic. Regional media often argue that Europe and the United States are “justifying Israel’s crimes.”

▪️ Additionally, the negative impact of russia’s invasion of Ukraine on food security remains a significant concern in the region, with journalists noting Ukraine’s efforts to mitigate this damage.

▪️ The news of the death of Ukrainian journalist Victoria Roshchyna while in russian captivity has also gained significant attention in the region, alongside coverage of the possible involvement of DPRK (North Korean) military forces in the war on russia’s side.

▪️ In Africa, media outlets have raised concerns about reports that russians are fraudulently recruiting Africans to produce drones for the war against Ukraine.