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Riga
December 9th - December 15th, 2024 by Martinš Hiršs

Latvia Weekly: Russophobia Claims and Allegations of Double Standards in Sanctions

Pro-Kremlin social media channels have been spreading critical narratives about Latvia, alleging Russophobia through claims about language education policies and monument removals. Other posts argue that sanctions against Russia have harmed Latvia’s economy or that Latvia is inconsistent in applying international sanctions.

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sergey lavrov
December 2nd - December 8th, 2024 by Martinš Hiršs

Latvia Weekly: Lavrov’s Accusations and Russophobia in Latvia

Kremlin-aligned Telegram channels promoted the narrative of Russophobia in Latvia, citing the removal of Soviet monuments and investigations into pro-Kremlin figures as evidence. These channels also amplified Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov's accusations of US aggression and his characterization of the Baltic States as US puppets.

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Latvia
November 25th - December 1st, 2024 by Martinš Hiršs

Latvia Weekly: Kremlin Narratives Paint Latvia as a Failing State

During the monitoring period Kremlin-aligned and local conspiracy Telegram channels spread disinformation about Latvia, falsely portraying it as a failed state through narratives about high prices, alleged lack of democracy, alleged healthcare issues, and fabricated claims about US diplomatic services.

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November 2024 by Martinš Hiršs

Latvia Monthly: Conspiracy Theories Target US-Latvia Relations

Kremlin-aligned channels and local conspiracy networks are leveraging political uncertainty, particularly Donald Trump's election, to spread disinformation about US-Latvia relations and foreign policies. False claims about US military support, embassy services, and "globalist" conspiracies aim to sow fear and distrust, exploiting historical geopolitical anxieties and feeding into anti-Western narratives.

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