Războiul informaţional rus în Republica Moldova. Obiective, naraţiuni şi mecanisme
The Russian information war in the Republic of Moldova. Goals, narratives and mechanisms

Summary/Abstract: în the current geopolitical climate, Russian propaganda and disinformation have a significant presence in the Republic of Moldova. The country’s aspiration for European integration is complicated by its historical ties to the former Soviet Union, making it a key target for Russian influence. Disinformation campaigns, particularly amplified by the war in Ukraine, aim to sow division within Moldova’s population, focusing on issues such as national security, sovereignty, and political direction. The primary themes of the propaganda involve fears surrounding European integration, the destabilization of Moldova’s social and economic systems under the pro-Western government, and the perceived threats to Moldova’s identity and sovereignty from neighbouring countries, the European Union, and NATO. This article examines the objectives of Russia’s information warfare in Moldova, the key themes and narratives of Russian propaganda, the methods by which these messages reach the public, and the challenges faced by the government in addressing disinformation. Understanding these dynamics is essential for developing strategies to strengthen Moldova’s resilience to external manipulation and fostering an informed, resistant society.

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