Officials exposed fake websites and political ads in Moldova’s election and false videos targeting Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.
The UK imposed sanctions on Russian media and ideological groups to counter escalating information warfare.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper named the Telegram channel Rybar, the Compatriots Foundation, and Aleksandr Dugin’s Centre for Geopolitical Expertise.
She also sanctioned two China-based companies for extensive cyberattacks against the UK and its allies.
Cooper Warns of Hybrid Threats
Cooper told the Foreign Office that hostile states deploy hybrid threats to weaken infrastructure, disrupt interests, and influence democracies.
She described sabotage, disinformation, and AI-generated manipulated videos aimed at undermining Western support for Ukraine’s defense.
British authorities cited Moldova’s election interference and fake Zelenskyy videos as recent examples of hostile operations.
Strengthening Alliances Amid Global Tensions
Cooper delivered her speech to mark 100 years since the Locarno Treaties, which promoted peace across Europe after World War I.
She urged international cooperation as US President Trump unsettles long-standing alliances and questions NATO commitments.
Cooper met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington and confirmed America’s strong support for NATO.
