
Russian propaganda campaign targets the DA
A collection of documents has been leaked that reveals a widespread disinformation network controlled by Russia that has been working to discredit the DA.
WEDNESDAY, 18 FEBRUARY 2026, 18:39

A collection of documents has been leaked that reveals a widespread disinformation network controlled by Russia that has been working to discredit the DA.

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