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Disinfo: Ukraine is under foreign control since independence

Summary

Unfortunately, from the very first moment of Ukraine’s independence, our country has been under systematic external control. We have been given advice that is incompatible with our successful living.

Disproof

Unfounded claim, no evidence given. Recurring Kremlin disinformation narrative about Ukraine, which it claims is under external control from the US or EU.

Ukraine is a sovereign state, not controlled by any foreign government. Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity are respected by almost the whole world, including the EU.

 

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  • Reported in: Issue180
  • DATE OF PUBLICATION: 17/01/2020
  • Language/target audience: Ukrainian
  • Country: Ukraine
  • Keywords: Ukraine

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