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Ukraine and Russia hit by fake emergency alerts
Original: Global News Podcast | Ukraine and Russia hit by fake emergency alerts
Both Ukraine and Russia have been targeted by fake emergency alerts, according to the BBC's Global News Podcast. The false alerts reportedly warned populations of fictitious dangers, adding to confusion as the war continues. Officials in both countries have had to deal with the spread of misinformation designed to panic civilians during the ongoing conflict.
Why now: The spread of disinformation in wartime is a growing concern as both sides use misinformation tactics.
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