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Russian Influence Operations Target German Elections

· Published 13/02/2025 10:39 · Modified 13/02/2025 11:42

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Published
13/02/2025 10:39
Modified
13/02/2025 11:42
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2025-02-13 ai-generated content deepfakes disinformation german elections influence operations media impersonation social media manipulation
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19 techniques (mitre), 4 others

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The upcoming German federal elections on February 23, 2025 are being targeted by Russian . While these efforts have not significantly altered voter behavior or public opinion as of mid-February, they aim to exacerbate German sociopolitical divisions, spread manipulated content, foster anti-US and EU sentiment, and undermine NATO unity. The operations include Doppelgänger, Operation Overload, CopyCop, Operation Undercut, and the Russia-based Foundation to Battle Injustice. These campaigns are evolving their tactics, expanding to new platforms like Bluesky, launching new brands and websites, and using AI-based tools. Despite limited impact so far, the persistence and evolving nature of these operations pose ongoing risks to media integrity and public trust.

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