UK Sanctions Russian Agencies for Disinformation Efforts

The UK targets Russian firms linked to disinformation campaigns aimed at destabilizing Ukraine and inciting protests across Europe.

Britain has imposed sanctions on three Russian agencies and their senior executives accused of spreading disinformation to undermine Ukraine's democracy.
The Social Design Agency (SDA) and Structura, funded by the Kremlin, are central to these interference operations, including an online network known as Doppelganger.
The Doppelganger network uses fake posts, deepfakes, and spoof news to weaken international support for Ukraine and distract from Russia's actions in the region.
Despite significant efforts, the disinformation campaigns have struggled to gain traction, leading the SDA to consider buying social media views.
Canada and other international partners, including the US and EU, are coordinating responses to counteract these Russian disinformation activities.