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Russia planning propaganda events in USA and Europe by May 9 - Ukraine's intelligence

Russia planning propaganda events in USA and Europe by May 9 - Ukraine's intelligence Photo: Russia is planning propaganda events in the United States and Europe for Victory Day (Getty Images)
Author: Liliana Oleniak

Russia is activating a network of agents to conduct propaganda campaigns in Europe and America on the occasion of Victory Day, according to the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine.

Prague, Czechia

In Prague, Russia is preparing a rally "For the restoration of relations with Russia" and an action "80th anniversary of liberation from fascism. We cannot have peace". The events are scheduled for May 7-8, and are organized by the anti-government pro-Russian movement Ne zakladnam CR.

During the event, representatives of the organization will walk the streets of Prague to allegedly honor the victims of World War II. In particular, Czech communists have planned events in the country aimed at glorifying the Red Army.

Sofia, Bulgaria

Representatives of the organization Russian House in Bulgaria are planning to hold a propaganda campaign St. George's Ribbon campaign, on May 9.

Brussels, Belgium

On May 6 in Brussels, the Russian House plans to hold a roundtable discussion to discuss the fight against the "brown plague of the twentieth century".

London, United Kingdom

In London, Russians are planning a theatrical reenactment of the events of 1945.

Warsaw, Poland

In Poland, the Russian House is preparing a Wall of Memory action.

Bucharest, Romania

The Russian Embassy organizes a wreath-laying ceremony for the unknown soldier to use the event for propaganda speeches. In particular, in Romania, Russians are trying to attract a wide audience, including children, to the Decorate your windows with symbols of victory campaign.

Verona, Italy

Russian House plans international forum Memory of the Winners.

Toronto and Montreal, Canada

In Toronto and Montreal, as well as other major cities in Canada, Russian agents of influence, registered as a public organization (NGO) Immortal Regiment, plan to hold car and motorcycle races with Soviet-Russian symbols, thematic concerts, master classes on creating paper bouquets of carnations, broadcasts of Soviet-themed cartoons and films, and also to participate in the musical Immortal Regiment organized by the TV channel Russia 1.

Propaganda marches

Immortal Regiment propaganda marches are planned in the suburbs of:

  • Washington, USA;
  • Munich, Germany;
  • Toronto, Canada;
  • Belgrade, Serbia;
  • Naples and Genoa, Italy;
  • other cities.