The Impact of Russian State Propaganda on Minority Communities in Moldova
Abstract
The war in Ukraine has caused many vulnerabilities in Moldova, making it more fragile and threatened due of propaganda and Russian media interference. In the same context, Russia's war against Ukraine has created a strong geopolitical motivation for Moldova and Ukraine to join the EU. Moldova seeks closer European integration with the ultimate goal of becoming a member of the European Union (EU). The EU accession process is very complex and include multi-stage, involving various requirements and opportunities. The Moldovan government has made efforts to maintain social cohesion, but the media continues to be divided into pro-Russian and pro-Western camps. Minority communities, which often are weakly integrated into Moldovan society, are heavily influenced by powerful oligarchs and populist politicians who promote Russian propaganda and disinformation.
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