Category: Interview

“The cancellation of parades and ‘Immortal Regiments’ could have several reasons,” believes Russian political analyst Fyodor Krasheninnikov, who currently resides in the EU, and has been declared a foreign agent in Russia. He shared his opinion with Propastop.

In a revealing survey conducted by Propastop ahead of the June European Parliament elections, Estonia’s leading party candidates weigh in on the EU’s effectiveness in combating Russian propaganda amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with an average score landing a modest 6 out of 10.

NAFO are its dedicated members, affectionately known as “fellas,” who tirelessly battle Russian disinformation daily. Probably, no one has encountered more interactions with vatniks than them. Estonian NAFO fella Jaanus is an online fighter against propaganda, working tirelessly to debunk falsehoods and promote truth in the digital sphere. His efforts are instrumental in countering the spread of Kremlin narratives online. 
In our recent discussion, Propastop sat down with Jaanus to delve into their experiences combating disinformation online. Jaanus shared insights into their journey so far and the challenges they’ve encountered in their battle against false narratives.

War blogger and former head of foreign intelligence Rainer Saks says in an interview with Propastop: Russia does not currently have great military enthusiasm, although a lot of patriotic shows are being made. Ukraine’s first serious problem is the inability to explain the necessity of additional mobilization. The presidential elections paralyzed US security policy, weakening the country’s role as a global leader.

In the ongoing battle against disinformation, Pekka Kallioniemi’s #VatnikSoup series stands out as a potent tool, revealing the tactics employed by pro-Russian propagandists. As #VatnikSoup delves deeper into the layers of disinformation, it serves as a compelling testament to the effectiveness of investigative journalism in combating propaganda.