The Ukrainian Center for Countering Disinformation (UCCD) has released a forecast outlining expected Russian disinformation tactics for the latter half of August. The UCCD warns of increased intensity in Russia’s information warfare, focusing on undermining Ukraine’s international relationships and military efforts.
Key tactics include promoting false narratives about peace talks, portraying Ukraine as reluctant to negotiate, and suggesting that its fate is controlled by Russia and the U.S. The forecast indicates that Russian propaganda will aim to erode Ukraine’s credibility, particularly around economic sanctions, arguing their ineffectiveness and negative impact on the West.
The UCCD highlights the importance of international cooperation to counter these manipulative strategies, especially concerning issues like prisoner exchanges. It urges proactive engagement against Russian narratives to prevent them from gaining traction.
