Meta Removes Russian-Origin Fake Account Network Targeting South Caucasus

| News, Security, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia

On August 15, "Meta" reported that it had deleted a network of fake accounts of Russian origin that targeted Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia on Facebook and Instagram. 

The network, which reportedly spent about $77,000 on social media advertising, was centered around fake news sites designed to influence political and social processes in the South Caucasus. According to Meta's report, the network operated in Azerbaijani, Armenian, Georgian, and Russian languages, posting content that aimed to manipulate public opinion in these countries. The network remains active on these fake news sites, with content targeting Azerbaijan focused on local events and criticism of the West.

In Armenia, the network published articles on political topics, including support for Russia, comments about Armenian officials imprisoned in Azerbaijan, and criticism of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. 

For Georgia, the fake accounts wrote about recent protests against the "Foreign Agent Law," criticizing the protesters and expressing support for the ruling Georgian Dream party.

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