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Lithuania Weekly: Disinformation on Lithuania’s BRELL Disconnection
Kremlin-aligned media spread fear about the Baltic states' BRELL disconnection, warning of power outages and soaring prices. A viral post by ex-Seimas member Mindaugas Puidokas falsely linked a gas station issue to the transition, amplifying Kremlin narratives aimed at undermining trust in Baltic governments.
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Latvia Weekly: Russian Propaganda Reacts to Baltic States’ BRELL Withdrawal
Russian propaganda narratives about Baltic states' withdrawal from the BRELL electricity network range from legitimate concerns about rising costs to mockery and doomsaying. Russian outlets and commentators focus on negative aspects, such as price increases and subservience to the EU, while ignoring the enhanced energy security benefits of joining the European power grid.
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Estonia Weekly: Pro-Kremlin Conspiracy Theories on Energy Security
Pro-Russian commentators on social media threatened energy shortages and blackouts because of Estonia's planned desynchronisation from the BRELL electricity grid.
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Lithuania Monthly: Defense Budget Increase Sparks Disinformation
Lithuania’s decision to increase defence spending to 5–6% of GDP has sparked disinformation campaigns, with pro-Kremlin media portraying it as reckless and harmful to the economy. Social media narratives claim the move will increase taxes, hurt public services, and benefit NATO over Lithuania. Critics, including political figures, question NATO’s influence and Lithuania’s priorities, while YouTube and social media amplify misleading claims about personal savings and economic fallout. This controversy highlights how strategic decisions are weaponized to fuel public division and distrust.
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