EU and Lithuania view disinformation as a serious threat to democracy and national security, requiring countermeasures.
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The European Union views disinformation and information attacks as a serious threat to democracy and national security, capable of damaging public trust in institutions, media, and democratic processes, emphasizing the need to counter this threat while respecting freedom of speech. Lithuania also considers disinformation a significant national security threat due to its geopolitical position and opposing propaganda. Disinformation becomes particularly acute during active wars or hybrid attacks, as seen in Ukraine since 2014 and escalating after the 2022 invasion, with campaigns aiming to manipulate public opinion and undermine support. An expert notes that media plays a crucial role in these attacks, affecting trust in government and the military, and stresses the importance of journalists verifying sources and gaining access to information. Similar patterns of undermining independent media exist in Lithuania, despite not being in a war zone, while other countries like Moldova, Bulgaria, and Hungary are also vulnerable to Russian narratives, often spread through social media and involving political parties with ties to the Kremlin.
