Anti-Fake

With the influence of Patriarch Kirill, the Russian Orthodox Church's interests and influence have long extended beyond religious activities—and they’re not limited to Russia or even the European continent.

The European Union recently imposed sanctions on Russian musician Shaman, also known as Yaroslav Dronov, for his direct support of Russia’s brutal war in Ukraine. Shaman’s transformation from a musician to a propagandist highlights the role of cultural figures in legitimizing state-sponsored violence and aggression.

Eduard Limonov, the central character of a new film that made headlines a few months back, left behind a legacy marked by xenophobia and racism, a pan-Russian expansionist vision, and violent actions that followed. But did the film address that?

You’re having a conversation about Ukraine; everything is going well until suddenly, the other person drops one of these five common misconceptions or makes one of these mistakes. Here’s a guide on how to navigate it and explain it.

Imagine yourself in a place where there are no consequences for going on live television and calling for the death of your competitors or just ordinary people. Where no one will bat an eye about the crazy stuff you say because the people tasked with oversight are also the ones paying your salary.

The fall of Azovstal was a critical point in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, highlighting the tenacity of Ukrainian resistance. Yet, the story of the Azov Brigade, central to the defense of the steel plant, remains a subject of contention and disinformation, two years on. Let’s debunk.

Russia’s campaign to kidnap, indoctrinate, and militarize Ukrainian children reveals a strategy of weaponizing childhood itself, deliberately targeting the most vulnerable.

Amidst the war in Ukraine, Russia spins tales of language suppression and ethnic dominance. Through robust evidence, we dismantle these falsehoods and affirm enduring resilience of the Ukrainian identity of the East of Ukraine. 

Fake ads, Mexican drug cartels, interviews with anarchists and much more. Here’s what you need to know about Russia’s intricate disinformation campaign that tried to manipulate global public opinion on supplying weapons to Ukraine. 

Ukraine is fighting for its right to exist, in what many call the biggest war since WWII. People watch in terror, some call for peace talks, afraid that war will come knocking on their door. But can peace be achieved by talking to a regime that seems to habitually lie?

Russia claims NATO threatens its borders, using it as justification for aggression. Ukraine sees NATO as a shield, not a sword. Where does the truth lie?

The Kremlin seeks to control not only Ukraine’s territory but also the very words used to describe its own war crimes. Through a propaganda campaign straight out of Orwell’s “1984”, Russia has tried to erase civilian suffering, demonize its victims, and silence dissent.

Ensuring accountability for Russia's war crimes requires a collective effort. But there is a way to do it.