Russian intelligence agencies use special methods of influence to hide the Kremlin’s involvement in the cultivation of pro-Russian and anti-Ukrainian narratives in the US and Europe.
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This is discussed in the material of The New York Times with reference to a declassified analysis of American intelligence.
In the United States, it is believed that Moscow is seeking to renew its influence on public opinion and manipulate it, while at the same time hiding that this is the work of its special services. In particular, the FSB secretly used allies within supposedly independent organizations to spread its propaganda and develop ties with new leaders. These efforts are designed for a long period of time.
Russia aimed to develop a network of “young leaders” in the US and Europe who would support the Kremlin or spread pro-Russian narratives in their countries.
US intelligence materials mention four Russians who worked for Russia. In particular, Natalya Burlinova was accused of espionage and put on the international wanted list. She recruited US citizens in educational institutions to participate in the non-governmental organization Creative Diplomacy founded by her (actually a training campaign), funded by the FSB. In this way, the Kremlin wanted to create a network of “future Western influencers” who would become Russian allies.
Source: Racurs
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