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The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe has formally addressed the threat of propaganda to European democracy, identifying it as a tool used by authoritarian regimes to undermine democratic systems and human dignity. By distinguishing between harmful disinformation and legitimate free expression, the resolution seeks to protect ethical communication without enabling censorship, thereby reinforcing the integrity of public debate. A key focus is the recognition of specific instruments of influence, such as the Russian Orthodox Church and state media outlets like RT, as vehicles for Kremlin propaganda. This aligns with broader international efforts by the US, UK, and Canada to expose foreign interference. The assembly advocates for targeted sanctions against these entities to mitigate their destabilizing impact on member states' political processes and national security. This development is relevant to open data as it highlights the urgent need for transparent, accessible information to combat disinformation. Open data initiatives can empower citizens to verify facts, foster informed participation, and counter unethical manipulation. By supporting transparency and ethical standards, open data becomes a crucial defense for democratic values and free thought in an era of widespread psychological manipulation.

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Published on 2024-10-02

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