Ukraine and Russia: Deconstructing Myths - Analysis of Propaganda Narratives

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has not only led to military aggression but also sparked a new type of information war. In this context, the destruction of Ukraine's sovereignty and national identity has become a central theme in Russian narratives, which serve to construct anti-Ukrainian myths. Krylova-Grek examines the dual functions of language in information warfare: 1) how verbal ideological structures have been used by Russian authorities and media to construct anti-Ukrainian myths, and 2) the transformation of language in the context of armed conflict. The talk will analyze the evolution of Russian propaganda narratives, from hate speech to direct calls for inciting hate crimes. Special attention will be given to human rights violations in the context of international law.

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