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❗️Here are some basics on how Moscow #plays with your mind. The russian government has become far more inventive at manipulating social media boosting lies about Ukraine and its government. Their ultimate aim is to #uproot Western support and deliberately discredit Ukraine in order to #mislead foreign citizens, turn them against it and get them to pressure their governments to withhold support for Ukraine. Here is a massive #campaign launched by the Kremlin called a 'Black Hole'. Although it was debunked, #millions of social media users shared russian-fabricated content and were brazenly misled. Pay attention, be aware and maintain your social media hygiene. This video is based on the investigation made by the Center for Countering Disinformation @cpd.gov.ua @united24media

"The Kremlin uses all available tools, including social media, to spread propaganda and disinformation. Any platform created for communication, information exchange, or entertainment is turned into a weapon against users by the special services of Russia." ➡️Read the full version of the article https://ow.ly/HL9B50Qwzuu ✅ Check out all the Editors' Picks and subscribe for free https://ow.ly/6i6850Qwzut #Propaganda #Information #Kremlin #Russia #Propaganda #CyberEspionage #Manipulation #Manipulation #FakeNews

The National Electronic Mass Media Council of Latvia (NEPLP) blocked access to nine websites within the country that have been identified as spreading Russian #propaganda. These sites include mk-pskov.ru, life.ru, pnp.ru, news-front.su, russkie.org, ont.by, sb.by, council.gov.ru, and x-true.info. Instead, users who attempt to visit these sites will be redirected to an informational message hosted on nelegalssaturs.lv. The decision to restrict access to these websites stems from assessments conducted by both NEPLP and another authoritative institution, which have determined that these platforms actively promote aggressive Russian propaganda. Authorities assert that these sites propagate distorted and false narratives regarding Russia’s actions in the war against #Ukraine, including attempts to justify alleged war crimes. Additionally, the spreading of hate speech and content aimed at discrediting #Latvia and #NATO has been observed. The council underscores the potential psychological impact of consuming such information, highlighting the potential for anxiety and fear among segments of the population regarding the stability of the state, their own future, and that of their families. Furthermore, there are concerns regarding the potential for societal division arising from such content spreading. #WeAreUkraine #StandWithUkraine

6-9 June Europe votes and we are under massive hybrid attack from Russia through desinformations weapons as I see it. The pro-russian, none democratic forces will enter the EU Parlament, 10 June, with huge power gains for the following 5 years according to precitions since a enourmous surge for extreme right (ID-Group) will happen according to the polls. Most of us do not even know elections are coming up! So please spread the word and go #voteEU, in order to protect: 1) - European democracy / EU itself - agains anti-EU and nationalistic forces (Af*D, in the ID-Group, wants Germany to exit EU and NATO and create a nationalistic organisation. ) 2) - European Security. - Have a look a US and the problems getting support for Ukraine. With strong pro-russian political forces in EU, well I believe the situation would be clear for everyone. Weakend and disturbed support for Ukraine and increased risk and insecurity for Europe and other countries. 3) - Saving failing Nature/Climate - the statues of nature and our climate system are many levels more dramatic than most people are aware of (I am hopefully wrong, but this is my status). We cannot eat stones and rocks thus, we cannot endure if nature fails us. And if the climate get "too wild and crazy" the same. The situation is more then severe but with the fascists - no protection. So please help and tell your network and organisation to go vote in this elections (only around 55% did this last time I believe). Check if you need to register, for example if you recently moved. Plan in the day. Are you on vacation? Use the possibility to vote per mail and remember, apparently also 16 years old can vote. I tell my network and I realize many people are not aware of this elections. We have to quickly to learn again, democracy does not work, without you 🌹 . 6-9 June, let's go #voteEU 👍 🍏 / Eva Marijn Markus wrote: "Here, she gives a lecture on propaganda for young students in Kaluga: Explaining that 'framing' news is more important than the news itself. "

Raihan Islam, Co-Founder of Everything Will Be Ukraine / Все буде Україна, shares his thoughts about the threats against Ukraine and democracy. Please like, comment, and repost.

It beggs the question are the far right members of the GOP who have been blocking aid to defending democracy, freedom and liberty and spreading anti democratic propaganda like Moscow Majorie. Patriots of America 🇺🇸 or autocratic regimes like russia? As history has shown us this is the danger and risk to our democratic society when narcissistic individuals who are unvetted are elected into government office. A common sign of people with narcissism is the belief that they are superior to others and deserve special treatment. They believe that others should be obedient to their wishes and that the rules don't apply to them. Another common trait of narcissism is manipulative or controlling behavior. It’s time that all global citizens who wish to protect and peserve democracy should flex their critical thinking 🤔 muscle 🧠 by the assessment of the individuals who they elect into government to represent and protect their democratic values, rights and freedoms and institutions. “To safeguard democracy the people must have a keen sense of independence, self-respect, and their oneness." "The care of human life and happiness, and not their destruction, is the first and only object of good government.” A functioning, robust democracy requires a healthy, educated, participatory followership, and an educated, morally grounded leadership. Democracy is not something you believe in or a place to hang your hat, but it's something you do. #democracymatters 🙏 #standwithukraine

Russian media isn't the monolith you might think. New research reveals a nuanced "communication regime" where state control and independent voices coexist...sort of. Telegram Messenger's rise shows the Kremlin playing a long game, selectively loosening the leash to manage dissent. It's a calculated gamble – those "flexible" rules of engagement can turn rigid in a heartbeat. #Russia #misinformation #disinformation #cognitivesecurity #informationintegrity #strategiccompetition #ukraine #ukrainewar #telegram #informationwarfare https://lnkd.in/dkpNhcET?

While the snow brought life here in Wisconsin to a halt, I gave 2 interviews to a Ukrainian TV news stations, as well as did a live stream on my YouTube channel with one of the most popular and respected Ukrainian journalists - Vitaly Portnikov. At one time during the stream we had over 10,000 live simultaneous viewers. What everyone wants to know is this: where is the American aid, and can we be counted on to stand by Ukraine? Russia keeps shooting rockets at Ukrainian cities trying to get Ukraine to surrender and essentially agree to a genocide. It’s a terrible situation and one that calls for mobilization of Ukrainian citizens and supporters here in the United States. As of yet there’s no grassroots movement in the US working towards passing of the aid package, and we can’t count on some wise politicians to make a magical deal and save us. If Ukraine will get the help it needs and deserves, Ukrainians in the US need to organize, protest, and contact their representatives in the US Congress. Help from America to Ukraine simply may not come otherwise.

❗️🇬🇪🇺🇦 Joint Statement of Mtavari Channel, TV Pirveli and TV Formula: “Continuing to exploit the tragedy of the #Ukrainian people for its own political campaign, Georgian Dream is now demanding that TV channels broadcast the immoral banners displayed on billboards across the streets. The Ivanishvili-controlled government is putting us in a dilemma—either we broadcast these videos or face heavy fines, which could lead to the suspension of our channels' operations. Despite the heavy burden of endless fines imposed by the authorities on critical channels, we have no intention of supporting, even indirectly, the #russianpropaganda of the Georgian Dream or the mockery of the Ukrainian people. We fully share the #EU Ambassador's assessment that this campaign is "outrageous, disgraceful, and appalling," and, therefore, we refuse to broadcast these videos." We call on the international community, Western diplomatic missions, civil organisations and the Public Defender to respond appropriately to the actions of the Georgian Dream and to support independent channels in this crucial issue that transcends political tastes and is a matter of national dignity.” Well-done, independent media, stand firm for our principles and values! Fight for what’s right. We stand with you! 💪🇬🇪🇺🇦