- Television Series as a Tool in Information Warfare: Depicting China’s Invasion of Taiwan
- Disinformation Case in England: Misinformation Sparks Nationwide Unrest
- The Kremlin’s propaganda failed to relaunch the Narva tank
- Numerous. But how capable? What is the state of the Belarusian army in 2024?
- Facebook as a propaganda minefield
- The international press amplifies Kaitseliit’s message: “We will kill as many invaders as possible.”
- The Embassy of the Russian Federation invites Russian teachers from Estonia: Move to Mordovia!
- Most Important Political Messages of the Paris Olympic Games
- Best memes reflecting situation in Kursk region
- Harris vs. Trump: The Battle of Memes in the U.S. Presidential Race
- Who was the Russian war blogger “Beliy” killed in the desert?
- How does Kremlin propaganda portray the Paris Olympics?
- Pekka Kallioniemi: Western Policymakers Underestimate Disinformation’s Scale
- Which Estonians were “the favorites” of the Russian media in the first half of the year?
- The Baltic’s exit from the common energy system causes discontent in the Kremlin
- Donald Trump’s Happy Accident in 8 Viral Memes
- How does a Churchill Fellowship researcher evaluate Estonia’s resilience?
- 8 memes that made social media laugh
- Narrative X-ray: Playing with the Open Cards
- Russian propaganda presents the occupied Avdiivka as a great success
- Russia is increasingly conducting brainwashing attacks in Africa
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia announced the blocking of Propastop on Russian territory.
- Narrative X-ray: did NATO promise Russia not to expand eastwards?
- How Kremlin propaganda is trying to turn Poland against Ukraine
- Narrative X-ray: Does Russia want peace?
- Masha, Bear, and Propaganda
- Countermeasures to information warfare
- Propaganda dictionary: name calling
- Alien Attack: 23 soldiers were turned into stone
- What does Pribaltika mean?
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Television Series as a Tool in Information Warfare: Depicting China’s Invasion of Taiwan
A recently released TV series, produced with the support of the Taiwanese government, has garnered worldwide attention. It portrays the invasion of Taiwan, a country with 23 million people, by China, a nation of 1.4 billion. Taiwan’s example has raised the question on Propastop: is it also reasonable for Estonia to create its own warning series about a possible Russian invasion?
Numerous. But how capable? What is the state of the Belarusian army in 2024?
Belarus’ President Lukashenko, known for his aggressive stance, recently threatened a “pre-emptive strike” against Lithuania. Amid rising tensions, Belarus is massing troops, tanks, and artillery near Ukraine’s northern border under the guise of exercises, with former Wagner troops also reported in the area. Lukashenko claims the buildup, involving a third of his army, stems from a “misunderstanding” with Ukraine.
In light of this, Propastop offers an assessment of the real combat capabilities of the Belarusian army.
Facebook as a propaganda minefield
On Facebook, Russia is waging a quiet but powerful campaign to rebuild its crumbling image. Suddenly, alongside your friend’s birthday photos, you might notice a surge of posts celebrating Russia’s military, culture, and natural beauty. But who’s behind this unexpected content? Propastop takes a closer look, uncovering the hidden networks driving these pages—and the revelations might surprise you. Dive into the story to discover what’s really going on behind your feed.
Most Important Political Messages of the Paris Olympic Games
The Olympic Games are a significant event in global politics, showcasing the strength of nations in international competition and providing a sense of pride and confidence to people facing difficult times. Propastop highlights eight examples of the political winners and losers of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. We begin with Ukraine, which, despite the ongoing war, performed more successfully in Paris 2024 than it did in Tokyo 2021.
Best memes reflecting situation in Kursk region
Today, Propastop dives into the situation in Russia and the Kursk region with 15 witty memes. One of the highlights? President Vladimir Putin claims Russia has no defined borders, to which Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy cheekily responds, “Well, if you insist!”
Harris vs. Trump: The Battle of Memes in the U.S. Presidential Race
Propastop takes you inside the heated meme war that’s erupted in the unexpectedly intense U.S. presidential race, pitting the Republican duo of Donald Trump and JD Vance against the Democratic team of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz.
Pekka Kallioniemi: Western Policymakers Underestimate Disinformation’s Scale
In his latest interview with The Baltic Sentinel, Finnish expert Pekka Kallioniemi warns we’re losing the info war against Russia, China, and Iran. He reveals how Kremlin narratives spread and highlights the rise of AI in disinformation.
The Baltic’s exit from the common energy system causes discontent in the Kremlin
The official announcement of the Baltic States’ departure from the unified energy system with Russia and Belarus increases our energy independence, which irritates the Kremlin. “This political decision can be costly for the Baltics, leading to price increases and energy crises, as well as economic downturns and street protests,” claimed the business newspaper Vzglyad.
Runes in Modern Warfare: Ideological and Propaganda Weapon
Ancient runic symbols have once again become the focus of modern warfare, playing a key role in propaganda and ideology. Amid Russian aggression against Ukraine, these historical symbols have become tools for asserting claims of historical continuity and cultural roots. How are these symbols used in contemporary conflicts? Why have they regained popularity, and what role do they play in propaganda warfare?
Ott Järvela: The Paris Olympics prove Russia’s defeat
50 days before the start of the Olympic Games in Paris, Propastop evaluates with the help of sports journalists Ott Järvela and Raul Rebane, how these games affect the image of Russia. “Unfortunately, Russian athletes are still present in Paris, but despite this, the Paris Olympics symbolize, celebrate and prove Russia’s defeat on the sports field,” Järvela confirms.
“Russia will lose 50–70 medals due to its aggression against Ukraine, purely through its own fault,” adds Raul Rebane.
