interfax.com.ua Disinformation Campaign Linked to AfD and Russian Influence Exposed
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- •Disinformation campaign linked to AfD and Russian narratives.
- •Claims of reduced bot activity promoting AfD were retracted by analyst Yaroslav Volsky.
- •Pro-Russian websites continue to disseminate misinformation and conspiracy theories.
Recent reports indicate a disinformation campaign in Germany supporting the far-right party Alternative für Deutschland (AfD), allegedly linked to Russian narratives. Following Ukrainian strikes on Russian data centers, claims emerged regarding a drop in bot activity promoting AfD, which were later retracted. Military analyst Yaroslav Volsky apologized for disseminating false information about bot activity, stating the original infographic was AI-generated and lacked verification. Despite the retraction, verified data shows that pro-Russian websites continue to amplify Kremlin narratives and support AfD. The campaign reportedly includes conspiracy theories and misinformation about various topics, including 5G technology and COVID-19 vaccines. The scale of this disinformation network spans both major and niche platforms, posing a significant threat to democratic discourse in Germany.
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