Documents obtained by the news site Meduza show that the Kremlin has urged Russian propagandists to portray Ukraine as a strong adversary. "They take a very defensive position.
You want to minimize risks and lower expectations," says media researcher Kateryna Boyko. The media are also advised not to attach much importance to the money spent on rebuilding infrastructure in occupied territories.Furthermore, they are urged to tone down preparations for "Victory Day", May 9, when Russia celebrates the end of World War II.