HispanTV: Iran's propaganda channel spreading disinformation in Latin America

Media 2024-10-14

HispanTV: Iran's propaganda channel spreading disinformation in Latin America

A recent report says HispanTV disseminates and amplifies anti-Jewish hatred, incites violence, glorifies terrorism, and engages in disinformation, conspiracy theories and historical revisionism.

Russian, Chinese and Iranian regimes 'weaponize' Spanish-language disinformation

Media 2024-09-23

Russian, Chinese and Iranian regimes 'weaponize' Spanish-language disinformation

Authoritarian regimes in Latin America have manipulated local information and expanded foreign propaganda to undermine democratic values, according to a US Congressional resolution.

US accuses Russia of conducting disinformation campaign in Latin America

Media 2023-11-08

US accuses Russia of conducting disinformation campaign in Latin America

Pro-Kremlin content originating in Russia is 'localized' by a Latin American team and published in local press to make it appear organic.

Caracas and Moscow deepen cooperation in 'propaganda dissemination'

Media 2023-10-20

Caracas and Moscow deepen cooperation in 'propaganda dissemination'

As a part of its strategy to mitigate the impact of sanctions imposed on Russia, Sputnik has opted for content exchange with official media outlets in Latin American governments.

Report warns of massive Chinese effort to manipulate global information environment

Media 2023-10-02

Report warns of massive Chinese effort to manipulate global information environment

In addition to spending billions to spread disinformation, Beijing has also acquired stakes in foreign media, sponsored online influencers and sought to co-opt political elites and journalists.

Chinese propaganda spreads across Latin America but meets resistance

Media 2023-09-08

Chinese propaganda spreads across Latin America but meets resistance

The Chinese Communist Party uses a variety of tools to project its influence abroad, from traditional public diplomacy to covert, coercive and corrupt methods.

TASS offers 'work now, get paid later' scheme to Latin American journalists

Media 2023-07-24

TASS offers 'work now, get paid later' scheme to Latin American journalists

For now the only way Latin American journalists can claim their salaries is to travel to Moscow, where TASS is headquartered, but the cost of doing so is almost prohibitive.

Facebook says China trolls adopting new tactics in quest to sow discord overseas

Media 2023-07-11

Facebook says China trolls adopting new tactics in quest to sow discord overseas

Chinese Facebook accounts were increasingly trying to influence public opinion by targeting journalists, charities and public relations firms.