NATO official: Russia used subtle methods to manipulate EU elections, including in Romania, using inactive social media accounts.
Sanziana Georgescu
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James Appathurai, deputy secretary-general of NATO, drew attention to subtle manipulation tactics used by Russia in the elections, such as social media accounts being hibernated and then activated to influence the outcome. He emphasized the difference between Russia's involvement and Elon Musk's backing of right-wing parties in Europe, saying Russia's operations pose a far greater threat.
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