Thu Sep 26 14:05:23 UTC 2024: ## UK Condemns Russia’s Disinformation Campaign and Calls for End to War in Ukraine

**Vienna, Austria** – The United Kingdom has strongly condemned Russia’s ongoing disinformation campaign and other forms of malign influence, calling for an immediate end to the illegal war in Ukraine.

In a statement delivered to the OSCE Permanent Council, Deputy Ambassador Brown highlighted the Russian Federation’s covert foreign influence operations and its attempts to undermine democratic institutions across the region.

“The United Kingdom will continue to uphold media freedom, learning from best practice,” stated Brown, adding that the country will also “take action to defend our national and regional security against the full spectrum of threats emanating from Russia.”

This stance includes sanctions against Russian media outlets like Rossiya Segodnya and TV Novosti, known for spreading disinformation and propaganda aimed at inciting violence and hatred towards Ukraine.

“Our message to Russia is clear,” Brown emphasized. “Stop this illegal war; withdraw your troops from Ukraine; cease your malign activities including disinformation and information manipulation; and, respect the OSCE principles and commitments that keep us all safe.”

The UK’s call echoes similar statements from the United States and other participating States, which have also condemned Russia’s actions. The UK’s commitment to media freedom and its support for the OSCE principles stand as a stark contrast to Russia’s ongoing violations of international law.

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