In a new report, Human Rights First examines Russia’s efforts to confuse, demoralize, and frighten Ukrainians as part of its offensive into northeastern Ukraine.
Truth Under Siege, Kharkiv’s Battle Against Russian Disinformation shares findings from the organization’s visit to Kharkiv city and region in June 2024, documenting how human rights defenders (HRDs) are confronting Russian disinformation and providing reliable information to vulnerable populations near the front lines
Their efforts rely on traditional journalism and fact-checking, as well as newer technology, such as a “bot” able to detect fake news.