Disinformation and Deception: An Ancient Weapon in a Modern World
Journal: TSU-ti — THE INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC JOURNAL OF HUMANITIES (ed Nana Gaprindashvili)
Year: 2022

Disinformation has historically been employed as a strategic tool for influencing public perception, shaping political discourse, and destabilizing adversaries. From ancient military deception to modern hybrid warfare, the evolution of disinformation reflects technological advancements and shifting geopolitical landscapes. This paper explores the theoretical foundations of disinformation, its historical precedents, the mechanisms through which it operates, and its implications for democratic gov