Russian propaganda fuels nuclear fears amid Ukrainian conflict
Russians are inducing fear among their citizens with the claim that Ukrainians are planning to use a "dirty bomb." According to propaganda media, the government in Kyiv is preparing to strike Russian nuclear facilities. This is yet another attempt by propaganda to justify potential Kremlin actions involving nuclear weapons.
Many reports presented by Russian media and government representatives are likely untrue. Such news may be part of an information war from the Russian Federation.
It has been two and a half years since the conflict in Ukraine began. During this time, we have repeatedly observed changes on the front lines, but the increasing threats of nuclear escalation from the Kremlin have accompanied observers from the beginning.
So, it's no surprise that after the recent Ukrainian offensive in the Kursk region, the topic of nuclear weapon use has resurfaced in Russian propaganda. The Ukrainians are said to be provoking the Russians into using them, allegedly preparing an attack on the nuclear power plants in Kursk and Zaporizhzhia.
This is the most dangerous provocation prepared by the Kyiv regime. The data come from several unrelated sources simultaneously. A strike on Russian nuclear facilities is planned. We're talking about the power plants in Kursk and Zaporizhzhia. This information has been confirmed, in particular, by prisoners of war during interrogations — began the news anchor on Channel One.
Russian propaganda speaks of Ukrainian provocation
According to propagandists, Ukraine plans to use the so-called dirty bomb, which consists of a conventional explosive combined with radioactive material. It is allegedly already located in the Ukrainian town of Zhovti Vody and awaiting orders to strike.
The Russians also admit that the attack will shift the blame to Russia later. In retaliation, Russia might respond unconventionally, which, according to propagandists, Western media are just waiting for. This is another instance of Russian media shifting responsibility and explaining potential attacks to the public.
