Lithuania's 'Elves' Fight Russian Trolls Online

In Lithuania, a group known as the 'elves' has been combating Russian disinformation online for years. These volunteers, including journalists and scientists, work to counter false narratives spread by Russian trolls. Lithuania's history with Russia and the Soviet Union makes it particularly sensitive to such threats. The elves monitor online activities, report trolls, and alert media and military entities about misinformation. Recent trends show an increase in disinformation intensity, with fake news and hacking incidents becoming more common.

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