Russian propaganda escalates: Kremlin media threatens nuclear war
Russian propaganda has played a tremendously significant role in shaping the public opinion of ordinary Russians for years. Every day, they are fed fabricated "information" dictated by the Kremlin. This time, Russian television claimed that Vladimir Putin's army is prepared to conquer not only countries but entire continents, even with the help of nuclear weapons.
Many of the reports disseminated by Russian media and government representatives may not be true. Such reports are likely part of an information warfare strategy by the Russian Federation.
Russian propaganda relies on several key mechanisms. Primarily, disinformation techniques are often used, including false information and half-truths.
Another mechanism is the demonisation of opponents, which is evident in narratives about Ukraine or the West. Information warfare, i.e., the systematic manipulation of information to achieve specific political goals, is also employed.
On the international stage, this propaganda creates an image of Russia as a victim of Western aggression, which is meant to justify the Kremlin's actions. Interestingly, this time Russian television claimed that Vladimir Putin's army is ready to conquer not only countries but entire continents.
It is possible that Russia's target is an entire continent. Our combat capabilities are sufficient to make one less continent. It would be good to strike with a bomb, not 10 megatons, but say 1,000 megatons (1,100 metric tonnes), to shift the Earth's axis - one propagandist responded, supported by Vladimir Solovyov, one of the minds behind Kremlin propaganda.
"Putin's media soldier" threatens with nuclear arms
Vladimir Solovyov began his career as a journalist, gaining popularity in Russian media. Over the years, he has hosted various television and radio programmes, increasing his reach and influence.
His journalistic skills quickly caught the attention of the Kremlin, leading to his gradual involvement in government propaganda.
In recent years, Vladimir Solovyov has become one of the most critical tools of Kremlin propaganda. Solovyov hosts a political talk show on state television Rossiya 1, where he invites other commentators loyal to the government. For more than a year, the main topics of the programme have been the "special operation" in Ukraine, its "denazification," and the West's hostility towards Russia.
