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Rakvere products in Russian propaganda

Zoja Paljamar, a Russian propagandist from Estonia, raises questions about sanctions and authenticity in her recent Facebook post, highlighting the presence of Estonian products in the St. Petersburg store. Rakvere company denies exporting to Russia, making this case a remarkable propaganda scenario worth closer examination.
23. Oct 2023

The World Map of Fakesperts

Read this article in Estonian Read this article in Russian  The Insider, an investigative journalism publication, has compiled an intriguing interactive map of fake experts in Western countries—in Europe, America, and even Australia. In other words, these are pseudo-experts who spread Kremlin-friendly disinformation in the countries where they live or work. Among them are many
2. Oct 2023

Narrative X-ray: the legend of the economy of the Soviet Union as the source of prosperity for the entire Eastern Bloc

Russia's narrative claiming the former Eastern Bloc's success is rooted in a strong Soviet-era economy aims to boost domestic confidence and garner international support. However, skepticism arises as economic data and post-Soviet realities challenge this narrative. Evidence from Estonia and other nations counters claims of dependence, highlighting substantial economic transformations and diminishing the notion that
30. Aug 2023

What is this NAFO thing?

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda invited to the NAFO summit in Vilnius in the second week of July. If you are already a NAFO fella, you probably were there and had a great time. When Kamil Dyszewski from Poland started tweeting a meme with doggies in May 2022, he had no idea that he was starting
26. Aug 2023

Russia’s antagonistic attitude towards NATO

One of the Kremlin’s narratives is to portray NATO as aggressive and a threat to the regional stability of the world and Europe, as a result of which Russia must resist it and defend itself – up to and including attacking Ukraine. At the same time, Putin has also expressed interest in joining NATO. Narrative
14. Aug 2023

China brings peace, NATO war?

The NATO summit took place a month ago on July 11 in Vilnius. One of the focal points of the meeting was the expansion of NATO’s engagement in the Indo-Pacific region in response to Beijing’s global actions, which continue to challenge the Alliance’s interests, security and values. It was decided that NATO will deepen ties
10. Aug 2023

Billions for Russian propaganda

Estonia’s government plans to increase VAT on journalism from five percent to nine percent. Priit Hõbemägi, the editor-in-chief of Postimees newspaper, said when commenting on the news that “The increase in sales tax comes at a time when Russia is investing more and more money in influencing the mindset of Estonian people with propaganda, false

Narrative X-ray: Russian Economy Allegedly Mighty Enough to Resist Western Pressure

Russia's narrative of a robust economy, projecting self-reliance and strength, caters to both domestic and international audiences, fostering patriotism. Yet, challenges like inflation, resource constraints, and sanctions impact its economic intricacies. A substantial budget deficit and a defense industry dependent on imports expose vulnerabilities. Amid a shift to a war economy, assessing Russia's economic landscape

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