Friend or foe?
The role of social media during Russia’s war in Ukraine
Friend or foe?
The role of social media during Russia’s war in Ukraine
Author(s): Agnieszka GrzechynkaSubject(s): Media studies, Russian Aggression against Ukraine
Published by: Kolegium Europy Wschodniej im. Jana Nowaka-Jeziorańskiego we Wrocławiu
Keywords: war in Ukraine; Russian aggression against Ukraine;
Summary/Abstract: In the era of social divisions, public disputes and widespread polarisation of views, one phenomenon seems indisputable – social media has become an important element of life both in the private and public spheres. Understanding the peculiarities of these tools has also become an important social and business skill. Yet should social media management be considered a political and military competence as well? The Russian war in Ukraine suggests a positive answer. The terms “like”, “share”, “click”, “comment”, “tweet” or “swipe” have begun to have serious consequences andare – literally – a weapon of mass (media) destruction.
Journal: New Eastern Europe
- Issue Year: 2023
- Issue No: 01+02 (55)
- Page Range: 128-134
- Page Count: 7
- Language: English
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