Russia has increased its anti-Ukrainian disinformation campaign in Poland by 250%
Russia has sharply intensified its anti-Ukrainian information campaign in Poland. The amount of manipulative content directed against Ukraine has increased by 250%, and the Kremlin is using bot networks and artificial intelligence to spread it.
The Center for Countering Disinformation notes that this new wave of Russian manipulation centers on one of the most sensitive issues in relations between Ukraine and Poland.
According to the Center, Russian propaganda has intensified against the backdrop of historical events from World War II, a topic that is sensitive for Polish society.
The Kremlin is using this topic to spread anti-Ukrainian messages and heighten social tensions. The narratives needed by propagandists are further promoted through bots on social media.
Russia Uses Fake News and AI
The CPD also reported the active dissemination on Polish social media of anti-Ukrainian content created using artificial intelligence.
At the same time, the number of fake news stories has increased. In particular, attempts were made to push stories about a “Ukrainian missile” and claims that “Poland will host the Ukrainian Armed Forces for 10 years” onto Polish audiences.
Such messages are intended to foster a negative attitude toward Ukraine and deepen mistrust between Ukrainians and Poles.
What Is the Kremlin’s Goal?
The Center for Countering Disinformation noted that the spread of such disinformation is intended to artificially increase tensions in Ukrainian-Polish relations.
Russia seeks to weaken the strategic partnership between Ukraine and Poland through disinformation campaigns and manipulation.
To this end, the Kremlin simultaneously exploits sensitive historical issues and utilizes social media, bots, and new content creation technologies.
This was reported with reference to the Center for Countering Disinformation.
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