U.S. Accuses Russian TV Network of Conducting Covert Intelligence Acts

Published On Sep 13, 2024, 2:30 PM

On September 13, 2024, the U.S., Canada, and Britain announced sanctions against Russia's RT network, alleging that it functions not just as a news outlet but as a vehicle for Kremlin-directed intelligence operations, including spreading disinformation and funding military efforts in Ukraine. This move aims to disrupt RT's ability to conduct international transactions, particularly in U.S. dollars, thus limiting its capacity to influence opinion abroad through propaganda. This follows recent legal actions against RT employees for funding American content creators to propagandize in favor of the Kremlin.

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