Bot networks. Online propaganda. “Troll farms”.
Hostile governments, and ideological factions spend millions to flood your news and social media with known untruths about what’s happening in Ukraine.
The good news: Today, it’s easier than ever to trace reports back to the source.
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Latest fact checks – by our team
Flawed poll claims 55% of Americans oppose further US aid to Ukraine
A review of CNN’s data shows that their poll violates multiple best practices. The numbers presented likely do not reflect a true shift in American public opinion as claimed.
No, Zelensky hasn’t “canceled” Ukrainian elections
Accusations have circulated on social media that President Zelensky of Ukraine has cancelled elections in Ukraine, and extended martial law in order to remain in power.
In fact, holding elections now, under wartime conditions, would almost guarantee another Zelensky victory. It would also be illegal under Ukrainian laws that predate Zelensky’s time in power.
Latest fact checks – From across the internet
Fake: In USA Ad Сalls Not to “Burn Money” to Support Israel, but to Help Ukraine – Video
Advertising campaign calling for “stand with Ukraine,” which was allegedly initiated by the Ukrainian government, is fake. The corporation that installed the billboard shown in the video denied the existence of such an advertisement.
Manipulation: Fukuyama Claims Ukraine Won’t Be Able to Return All Its Territories
Francis Fukuyama did not make such statements in an interview with Radio Svoboda. This conclusion was made by the Russian media. In reality, the American philosopher noted that the only way for Russia to leave the occupied territories is Ukraine’s victory. He also said that “the issue that Ukraine will face in the future is the possibility that not 100 percent can be liberated”. Yet he specified that all discussions about territorial concessions during future negotiations are speculative, and only the Ukrainians themselves should answer these questions and make decisions.
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Fact vs Fake tip #1: Check the source
Fact vs Fake tip #1: Check the source.
Before you take any story at face value, check where it’s coming from.
Is it a reputable outlet with a history of accurate reporting? Or is it a site you’ve never heard of, that is pushing sensational stories?
Top 3 tips to spot fake news
Fake news is flooding our social media – but you can spot it if you know what to look for.
Not sure if a headline is fake news or not? Here are three tips to check whether a story is fact or fiction.
Latest resources – From across the internet
OpenAI disrupts Israeli, Chinese, Russian influence campaigns
OpenAI has announced that it disrupted covert influence campaigns originating from Russia, China, Israel and Iran.
67% of top brands advertise on misinformation websites
A study published in the journal, Nature, by researchers has shown that most prominent brands are inadvertently funding online misinformation.Â
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