Russia is renowned for its talent in propaganda. The critical role of media in persuading others was recognized as early as the Bolsheviks‘ time, with the printing of agitational materials, including newspapers, such as Pravda and Iskra, which were distributed among workers and the intelligentsia. However, the peak of Soviet propaganda flourished during World War II – or as Russians refer to it, the „Great Patriotic War“. The myths and narratives were so effective back then that today’s masterminds of Russian propaganda barely innovate, relying heavily on the very same „Great Patriotic Propaganda“ in their war against Ukraine. This article will delve deeper into analyzing which techniques Russia continues to use and why they are so effective in shaping national consciousness. Weiterlesen

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When we think about paid agents of influence, the first image that often comes to mind is the stereotypical suitcase full of money—or at least an envelope stuffed with cash. But in reality, the mechanisms of modern influence are far more nuanced, subtle, and sophisticated. Weiterlesen