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Lithuania

September 25th - October 1st, 2023 | Week 4 | Month 1

Lithuania Weekly: Undermined Support for Ukraine, Upcoming Elections and Political Mistrust

During this reporting period, Kremlin-aligned media emphasised the “failing education system” (due to the ongoing teachers’ protests) and commented on all the revealed candidacies for the upcoming presidential elections. Hostile media has also continued to undermine support for Ukraine, claiming that the main initiators of its fundraisers in Lithuania are widely involved in accounting scandals and are only looking to benefit from the funds themselves. 

by Urtė Andriukaitytė

Main disinformation narratives:

  • Anti-support for Ukraine
  • Malign western influence
  • Anti-government

Overview:


During this reporting period, Kremlin-aligned media emphasised the “failing education system” (due to the ongoing teachers’ protests) and commented on all the revealed candidacies for the upcoming presidential elections. Hostile media has also continued to undermine support for Ukraine, claiming that the main initiators of its fundraisers in Lithuania are widely involved in accounting scandals and are only looking to benefit from the funds themselves. 

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