Austria uncovers Russian-directed Disinformation Network
Austria’s intelligence services have uncovered a Russian-directed disinformation campaign aimed at undermining Ukraine, following the arrest of a Bulgarian national suspected of espionage.
Police stand in front of protesters during a demo in Vienna September 29, 2024.
According to Austria’s Ministry of the Interior, the woman was detained in December 2024. A subsequent search of her residence led to the discovery of electronic devices that revealed details of an operation allegedly orchestrated by Russian intelligence. The investigation was conducted by Austria’s Directorate of State Security and Intelligence (DSN).
Authorities say the campaign was launched just weeks after the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. It focused on German-speaking countries, with Austria identified as a key target.
The disinformation efforts included online activity as well as physical propaganda—such as stickers and graffiti featuring nationalist and far-right symbols. These were designed to appear as if they originated from pro-Ukrainian activists, with the aim of discrediting Ukraine.
The Bulgarian suspect, whose name has not been publicly released, reportedly played a central role in the operation and acted as a liaison for Russian operatives. Austrian officials stated that she admitted to working for the network and acknowledged her involvement in 2022.
She is also suspected of coordinating the dissemination of disinformation materials to contacts in Germany and the United Kingdom. Notably, recent legal proceedings in the UK have also involved Bulgarian nationals accused of working for Russian intelligence.
Austrian Interior Ministry officials stated that the campaign was designed to manipulate public and political opinion in favor of Russia and to the detriment of Ukraine. Propaganda materials were placed at symbolic locations, including sites with Jewish or Russian historical significance, with the intention of undermining Ukraine’s democratic image.
Jörg Leichtfried, Austria’s State Secretary, noted that the spread of false narratives and manipulative content threatens institutional trust and social cohesion.
“We must not allow political and public opinion to be shaped by foreign powers. Austrians should form their own views,”
he said.
Russia’s hybrid Warfare Strategy
According to Austrian intelligence, disinformation campaigns of this nature represent a key element of Russia’s hybrid warfare strategy. Investigators continue to analyze the broader network and its activities across Europe.
Earlier, the Institute for the Study of War reported that Russia intensified disinformation efforts to undermine ceasefire negotiations, falsely accusing Ukraine of attacking a gas facility in Kursk and violating a proposed truce. Ukrainian officials denied the claims, stating the fire was caused by Russian shelling.
https://united24media.com/latest-news/austria-uncovers-russian-directed-disinformation-network-targeting-ukraine-7001
March 24, 2025
$Trump's new (?) buddies. 🪆​

Russia's Information War in Moldova
Historically, Russia has done everything it can to keep countries that were formerly part of the Soviet Union in its so-called
"sphere of influence"
as far from the West’s orbit as possible. However, in recent years, some of these countries, especially Moldova, Georgia, and Ukraine, have aligned themselves closer to Europe, a trend Russia considers to be an existential threat to itself.
But Moscow’s interests and desire to regain control over Moldova, Georgia, and Ukraine are in direct conflict with what the citizens of those countries desire — democracy, economic prosperity, and close ties to the West.
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https://www.fpri.org/article/2024/10/russias-information-war-in-moldova/
October 03, 2024

ASS-BOOMSHIT October 03, 2024 01:00 AM
Member since August 6, 2024
why are you defending terrorism?

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ASS-BOOMSHIT October 03, 2024 12:56 AM
Member since August 6, 2024
nice meltie

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ASS-BOOMSHIT October 03, 2024 12:54 AM
Member since August 6, 2024
islam is a religion that worships a
pedophile
demigod
REPORTED.

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ASS-BOOMSHIT October 03, 2024 12:47 AM
Member since August 6, 2024
i know. so now that iran has crossed the red line, can we wipe out the pedo-prophet horde yet?
REPORTED for
"pedo"
.
And look at the topic/headline.

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ASS-BOOMSHIT October 03, 2024 12:27 AM
Member since August 6, 2024
"propanda"
russia lost again
I corrected that before you posted your reply, smartass.

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I don't get it. Israel fake missile bombed its fields and now is going to retaliate against that supposed attack by killing thousands of innocent Iranians in their cities.
Of course China and Russia are going to get involved.

Update
As already said here…
https://www.filmboards.com/board/t/Israel-just-keeps-winning-3535608/
…Iran's attack on Israel failed.
But not for the Russian and Chinese propaganda. ☻
Old Images and false Claims - Iran's attack on Israel
In connection with the Iranian attack on Israel, old videos recorded in Moscow and China are distributed.
False claims also circulate about Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
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https://www.tagesschau.de/faktenfinder/israel-iran-fakes-100.html
October 02, 2024
Sorry, I don't have time to fully translate the article at the moment.
Using a translator isn't difficult.

Stupid laugh GIF
Cold comfort for change? Did you exchange
A walk-on part in the war for a lead role in a cage?

Jupiter&Beyond October 03, 2024 12:35 AM
Member since July 20, 2024
"Some people can understand what it means."
Stupid laugh GIF
Piss off,
Deliciousfeet
. ​
I don't have time for your trash. ​

Some people can understand what it means.
Cold comfort for change? Did you exchange
A walk-on part in the war for a lead role in a cage?

For certain reasons I think it's time to bump this.
Some people can understand what it means.
Have a good one!

by /.ㅤ October 01, 2024 04:22 AM
Member since January 25, 2022
And I don't sell rope.
Aha, another one deep thinking on the
shared account
/.
log #5.

by Wu Mingㅤ September 30, 2024 10:49 PM
Member since April 30, 2022
I don't buy ropes.
And I don't sell rope.
My password is password.

by /.ㅤ September 30, 2024 10:47 PM
Member since January 25, 2022
Corporate Media
Russia really is hanging us by the rope we sell them.
I don't buy ropes.

Corporate Media
Russia really is hanging us by the rope we sell them.
My password is password.

by /.ㅤ September 30, 2024 09:56 PM
Member since January 25, 2022
This is out of control in the United States as well. Half the country has fallen for Putin's propaganda. I have people in my own family who will passionately defend Russia. They think everyone else is the bad guy, and Putin, the guy who started the war and who murders his own citizens who don't agree with gim, is the good guy.
Yah, same here, as described in the article.
What actually dismays me most is, how easily some people believe such trash.
The correct info is there, you don't even have to read for long.
But many prefer to believe what
Bottle123
tells them. ☻
Propaganda at its best.

This is out of control in the United States as well. Half the country has fallen for Putin's propaganda. I have people in my own family who will passionately defend Russia. They think everyone else is the bad guy, and Putin, the guy who started the war and who murders his own citizens who don't agree with gim, is the good guy.
My password is password.