Fact check: Suspicious accounts influencing COP29 debates DW 11/15/2024
Briefly

Azerbaijan's portrayal as a pioneer in green energy during COP29 faces scrutiny, as the country's significant fossil fuel production contradicts climate targets and goals.
Numerous suspicious X accounts were created recently, promoting government posts that depict Azerbaijan as a leader in renewable energy despite its role as a major fossil fuel producer.
The Azerbaijani government appears to be strategically using these fake accounts to create a positive narrative about its energy policies while hosting COP29 in Baku.
Global Witness highlights that the use of these propaganda-like accounts in social media discussions around COP29 is not the first instance of influencing public perception.
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