In April, Russia announced the Global Fact-Checking Network (GFCN) to counter Western disinformation, led by Kremlin-affiliated outlets. Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova emphasized its objective to combat Western narratives, branding them as biased. The GFCN's founders, TASS and 'Dialog Regions', have faced sanctions and criticism for promoting disinformation. Established fact-checkers question the GFCN's adherence to independent standards, which require transparency and verifiable sourcing, casting doubt on the network's legitimacy and suggesting it serves political motives ahead of the 2024 Russian presidential election.
"...will enable us to counter destructive Western actions using our own constructive agenda."
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