Ukraine submits amendments to PACE resolution on threats to democracy - on pseudo-journalists, ‘anti-war movements’
MP Yevheniia Kravchuk, a member of the delegation, revealed in a commentary to Ukrinform that the amendments specifically address so-called Russian anti-war movements and pseudo-journalists—bloggers acting in the interests of the Russian Federation to disseminate propaganda and disinformation.
"The Ukrainian delegation has submitted amendments that reinforce several points of the resolution," explained Kravchuk.
According to her, Ukrainian MPs included provisions about the role of social media, a key instrument used by authoritarian regimes to spread false and misleading information as part of state policy.
"Among those engaged in such activities are so-called journalists, bloggers, and influencers who disseminate hidden propaganda while receiving funding from Russian authorities. Notable examples include Anatoliy and Olha Shariy, Diana Panchenko, and Ksenia Sobchak. These individuals portray themselves as 'independent journalists,' but with their large audiences, they systematically promote Russian propaganda aimed at dividing European society and destabilizing European countries from within," Kravchuk said.
The Ukrainian deputies also pointed out that the Russian Federation continues to spread propaganda through state-controlled media outlets such as RT and Sputnik.
"Another significant amendment highlights Russia's hybrid methods, including the so-called anti-war movements, which are in fact extensions of the FSB. These groups mimic Russian opposition but actually service as tools for disseminating propaganda. In other words, we are all well aware that no such movements are real, otherwise these people would have been in prison long ago," Kravchuk asserted.
She added that all the proposed amendments have been approved by the committee, making it likely they will be adopted during the session.
The resolution on foreign interference is set for adoption later on Tuesday. On Wednesday, PACE's agenda will include the primary "Ukrainian" resolution of the spring session, addressing Russia's aggressive war against Ukraine and emphasizing the need for justice and accountability to prevent impunity.
As reported, at the opening of the Assembly's spring session in Strasbourg, PACE President Theodoros Rousopoulos emphasized that the outcome of Russia's war against Ukraine will shape the future of the European continent, as Ukrainians are defending the values that are the basis of European identity.
