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Putin’s red lines – from blurred to non-existent

Since February 24, 2024, breaching a "red line" symbolizes actions detrimental to Russian interests, often in response to measures such as sanctions and military aid. In 2023, Russia cut official "red line" statements from 24 to 15. Let's examine notable red lines drawn by President Putin in the past two years and assess their effectiveness.

Ukrainian NGO framed as a kill-list by Russian propaganda

After Tucker Carlson's interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin, several Trump supporters and Russian media outlets have asserted that Carlson is being added to a Ukrainian kill-list, citing the Ukrainian website Myrotvorets. However, a question arises: is Myrotvorets an actual kill-list, or is it presented as one through propaganda? Propastop takes a closer look.

Accusations Fly: The IL-76 Crash in Russian Propaganda

On January 24, Russia pointed fingers at Ukraine, accusing them of downing a military plane allegedly carrying 65 captured Ukrainian soldiers en route to a prisoner exchange. Russian officials swiftly placed blame on Ukraine, intertwining intentional sabotage and foreign missile involvement into the narrative. Let's dive into the manipulation of information, blame-shifting, and the casting

Russia’s Strategic Narrative: Examining the Rhetoric Surrounding the Potential Return of Alaska

President Putin's recent decree allocating funds for the research and registration of Russian property abroad has raised eyebrows, particularly amidst the Ukraine conflict. While the decree avoids explicit mention of Alaska, military bloggers hint at its potential use to contest the 1867 sale. This narrative, echoing historical claims, strategically serves Russia's domestic and international interests

Romania’s A7 Highway in the Crosshairs of Russian Propaganda

Romania's ambitious A7 Highway Project has found itself entangled in the web of Russian propaganda. As disinformation weaves narratives around Romania's alleged hidden intentions to seize Ukrainian territory, discover the real story behind this crucial infrastructure venture and debunk the myths created by Russian propaganda.

European journalists on the Kremlin’s payroll

Renowned German journalist Hubert Seipel, known for his Putin documentary, allegedly received €600,000 in undisclosed payments from a sanctioned Russian oligarch. The Cyprus Confidential Project, led by the ICIJ, exposes a covert financial system in Cyprus. Over 3.6 million leaked documents reveal activities benefiting influential figures, including PwC Cyprus collaborating with sanctioned individuals.

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