
Straight out of Orwell: Russia’s propaganda machine
The Intelligence from The Economist
The Propaganda Warlords
This chapter investigates the severe humanitarian crisis in eastern Ukraine, particularly focusing on the ongoing conflict in the Donbass region and the implications of Kremlin-controlled propaganda. It explores how the Russian government manipulates media narratives to galvanize public support for military actions while simultaneously stifling dissenting voices and independent journalism. The chapter also highlights the challenges that citizens face in accessing alternative information amidst a landscape of censorship and repression.
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