Russians are spreading a fake video on TikTok that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is allegedly preparing to flee the country in late spring. This was reported by UNN with reference to the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council.
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It is noted that recently a video with an alleged article by Politico appeared on TikTok stating that "in late May, under the guise of an official visit to London, Zelensky is likely to flee Ukraine.
Having verified the information, the Center reports that there is no article with such a title and content on the publication's website. In addition, videos with a discrediting context about President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy are distributed exclusively by channels with anti-Ukrainian rhetoric
Analysts emphasize that Russian propaganda continues its attempts to discredit the country's top leadership in order to reduce the level of trust among Ukrainian society.
The Center called on Ukrainians to trust only verified sources of information.
Recall
The Center for Countering Disinformation said that Russians are spreading disinformation about a possible new offensive from the north into Ukraine, but Ukrainian authorities deny such plans and say that the situation is under control and no surprises are expected.