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Ukraine Fights Back Against Rising Russian Disinformation

5/7/2025

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Russian disinformation campaigns are intensifying across Europe, aiming to undermine Ukrainian President Zelensky and his military. In response, Ukraine's fact-checking organizations, like the Center for Countering Disinformation, are on the front lines, battling these deceptive narratives. As Victory Day approaches, fears grow that Russia may stage false-flag operations to sway public opinion and escalate military aggression.

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Russian disinformation campaigns are intensifying across Europe, aiming to undermine Ukrainian President Zelensky and his military. In response, Ukraine's fact-checking organizations, like the Center for Countering Disinformation, are on the front lines, battling these deceptive narratives. As Victory Day approaches, fears grow that Russia may stage false-flag operations to sway public opinion and escalate military aggression.