The information had previously been classified, but officials said it had been downgraded so they could more freely discuss it. John Locher/AP US officials have identified Russian websites spreading misinformation about the coronavirus pandemic. Officials described the Russian disinformation as part of an ongoing and persistent effort to advance false narratives and cause confusion. The researchers identified technical clues tying their websites to Russia and identified some financial connections between InfoRos and the government. On its English-language Facebook page, InfoRos describes itself as an “Information agency: world through the eyes of Russia”.

Source: Stuff July 29, 2020 03:17 UTC