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A RAND study focused on the scope of these campaigns and possibilities for countering, such as through media literacy training and the creation of counter-narratives.
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A Cultural Vistas photo essay exploring the ways that international exchange changes people.
Lithuanian troops are teaching their British counterparts how to identify and fight Russia propaganda as part of an ongoing attempt to fight the country’s attempts to influence public opinion. Officers from the Baltic state – which is said to be at the front line of Russia’s “soft power” war in Europe – shared their experiences with the 77th Brigade, a new British Army unit set up to deal with information warfare.
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Stefanie von Hlatky on NATO's current messaging and target audiences.
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How are Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania dealing with a volatile neighbor?
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As Germany moves to reduce energy dependency on Russian oil, the Baltic Sea region is emerging as a key partner.