Russian authorities have been utilizing fake social media accounts to simulate Ukrainian citizens who express support for their occupation, according to a recent report. These accounts are strategically deployed on VKontakte pages managed by Kremlin-backed authorities to disseminate favorable narratives about the conflict. The move is part of a larger disinformation campaign intended to manipulate public opinion and shape the narrative surrounding Russia’s military actions in Ukraine. The tactic highlights the increasing use of cyber influence operations in modern warfare, where information control plays a critical role alongside traditional military strategies. Experts warn that such efforts can distort international perceptions and complicate diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict. The use of these fake accounts also raises serious ethical concerns about the manipulation of online discourse and the potential for deepening divisions among the Ukrainian population.