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.

What is the primary role of the 'elves' in Lithuania?

• To fight against disinformation

• To promote Lithuanian culture

• To organize cultural events

• To support Russian media

Why is Lithuania particularly sensitive to Russian aggression?

• It was once part of the Russian Empire and Soviet Union

• It shares a border with Russia

• It has economic ties with Russia

• It has a large Russian population

What methods do the elves use to combat disinformation?

• They create their own media outlets

• They monitor and report troll activities

• They organize protests

• They hack into Russian websites

Who are the volunteers involved in the elves' activities?

• Military personnel

• Only Lithuanian citizens

• Journalists, taxi drivers, and scientists from various countries

• Government officials

What recent example of disinformation involved a Lithuanian TV station?

• A fake story about Lithuania's defense minister was posted

• A false report about a natural disaster

• A misleading advertisement for a product

• A fabricated news about a celebrity