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Latvia Weekly: Kremlin Propaganda Spins Trump-Putin Call

Following the Trump-Putin telephone conversation, Kremlin-aligned Telegram channels celebrated by pushing narratives that portrayed Russia as an ascendant power in direct dialogue with the US, while depicting the EU and Baltic states as increasingly irrelevant and desperate. Their messaging combined ridicule with threatening undertones.

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October 28th – November 3rd, 2024 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

Estonia Weekly: Debate Heats Up Over Voting Rights and the Russian Church

This week two major stories developed in the Estonian information space, where they provoked negative discussions and reactions from some Russian speakers. In this context, the issue of voting rights and the future status of the Russian Orthodox Church in Estonia will remain socio-politically resonant issues that can potentially be used in disinformation campaigns and the promotion of hostile narratives.

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October 21st – October 27th, 2024 by Urtė Andriukaitytė

Lithuania Weekly: Kremlin Media Portrays Shift Toward a Multipolar World

Kremlin-backed media portrayed the BRICS group as an emerging global force poised to challenge the current world order. These outlets emphasized the alleged decline of U.S. dominance, pointing to the summit as evidence of a growing multipolar world led by powers like China and Russia.

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farming
October 21st – October 27th, 2024 by Otto Tabuns

Latvia Weekly: Farmers Voice Concerns Over EU Regulations

Latvian farmers are raising concerns about the European Union’s agricultural policies, which they argue have burdened the industry with excessive bureaucracy. Critics say that these regulations hinder productivity and place additional strain on an already challenging sector.

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voting
October 21st – October 27th, 2024 by Olevs Nikers

Estonia Weekly: Voting Rights Debate

Recent discussions in Estonian media highlight disagreements over the exclusion of Russian and Belarusian residents from voting in local elections.

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October 14th – October 20th, 2024 by Urtė Andriukaitytė

Lithuania Weekly: “Foxpay” Scandal and Election Echoes

Lithuanian prosecutors have launched a major investigation into financial technology company Foxpay, suspecting property crimes and corruption. Key individuals, including Ieva Trinkūnaitė and Mindaugas Navickas, have been detained amid allegations of money laundering and bribery. Meanwhile, Kremlin-aligned media focused on election transparency concerns and highlighted claims of a mass surrender by Ukrainian forces in the Kursk region, further attempting to undermine Ukraine’s war effort.

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October 14th – October 20th, 2024 by Otto Tabuns

Latvia Weekly: Narratives of NATO Distrust and EU Criticism Amid Migrant Debate

During the examined week, key narratives centered on distrust in NATO unity and negative sentiment toward EU policies on migration and climate change. An opposition party member claimed that while Eastern Europe faces war on its borders, Western Europe battles a “war on its streets” caused by migrants, described as uncivilized and a societal threat. TikTok remained the leading platform for reach and engagement, especially among Russian and Latvian-speaking audiences, while activity on X (formerly Twitter) declined.

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October 14th – October 20th, 2024 by Olevs Nikers

Estonia Weekly: Allegations of Corruption and Inequality

This week saw strong anti-government sentiment, with claims that Estonia and the West are propaganda tools for Ukraine. Most posts focused on the 2025 budget, alleging tax increases for the poor and cuts for the wealthy, alongside accusations of European Parliament corruption and police inaction.

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October 7th – October 13th, 2024 by Urtė Andriukaitytė

Lithuania Weekly: Elections Finally Taking Place

Last week’s media focus was on the Parliament elections, with many candidates adopting anti-government positions. Petras Gražulis, an MEP, posted Facebook reels criticizing the ruling government and promoting his nationalist party. Irma Gajauskaitė, a candidate from the Union of People and Justice, was detained after encouraging violence in a Facebook video. As election results began to come in, discussions about the transparency of the process surfaced, and anti-government narratives are expected to continue until the second round.

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October 7th – October 13th, 2024 by Otto Tabuns

Latvia Weekly: Disinformation on the EU Green Deal and Corruption

The content of the examined week focused on disinformation regarding the EU Green Deal and alleged corruption in the Latvian government. The Green Deal was portrayed as harmful to lower economic groups and Latvia as a whole, with claims of it being a tool for corrupt EU bureaucrats. Disinformation actors also denied the existence of climate change. TikTok saw the highest engagement across both Russian and Latvian-speaking audiences, while activity on X decreased.

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