U.S. Officials: Russian Agencies Spreading Coronavirus Disinformation

U.S. Officials: Russian Agencies Spreading Coronavirus Disinformation

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The transcript discusses allegations by US officials that the Russian government used English language websites to spread disinformation about the COVID-19 pandemic. These websites, linked to Russia's military intelligence service, published numerous articles either praising Russia's handling of the virus or criticizing the US response. The Kremlin denied these allegations, suggesting that the US is facing significant challenges and dismissing claims of disinformation as unfounded. The transcript concludes with a statement from Stephanie Sandoval.

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What was the Kremlin's response to the allegations of spreading disinformation?

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What did the Kremlin spokesperson imply about Russia's handling of the pandemic compared to other countries?

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