Active measures
A Soviet and later analytical term for covert or deniable political-influence activities such as forgeries, fronts, and disinformation; the exact Russian term and historical period should be preserved.
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A Soviet and later analytical term for covert or deniable political-influence activities such as forgeries, fronts, and disinformation; the exact Russian term and historical period should be preserved.
#False or misleading information intentionally used to deceive. Intent is often difficult to establish and must not be assumed from error alone.
#An umbrella framework distinguishing misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation; categories depend partly on falsity and intent.
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