By Kateryna Odarchenko Published on the Foreign Policy Research Institute Bottom Line Introduction Disinformation, the deliberate dissemination of false or misleading information to deceive or manipulate public opinion, represents a profound and ongoing threat to Western democracies. It erodes trust in institutions, fuels polarization, and undermines decision-making
The Russian Orthodox Church is an increasingly important part of Russia’s information war, both domestically and worldwide. By Kateryna Odarchenko The Council of Europe’s parliamentary assembly has called on all states to view Patriarch Kirill and his church’s leadership as extensions of Vladimir Putin’s regime and to treat them as
Kateryna Odarchenko, CEO of SIC Group USA LLC, recently facilitated a compelling meeting with Allan Callison, a seasoned journalist and leading commentator for The Wall Street Journal. With over 20 years of experience at the prestigious newspaper, Callison has also held senior positions at Associated Press and
On November 16th, the Second Political Campaign and Management Forum took place at the Capitol Hill Club. It was organized by the International GR Professionals Association (IGAPA), the professional community of specialists in the spheres of Government Relations and political campaign managers, the consulting company “SIC Group
A recent report from CEPA by Kateryna Odarchenko highlights the significant influence of Russian disinformation in the Slovak parliamentary elections. The report underscores the urgent need for NATO to bolster its efforts in countering these threats, which aim to undermine European democracies and weaken support for Ukraine.