THE SYMBOLIC SYSTEM OF RUSSIAN PROPAGANDA ACTIVITIES
Journal: Visnyk of the Lviv University. Series International Relations
Year: 2017

The article analyzes the symbolic system of Russian propaganda activities against Ukraine. Russian propaganda controls the mass consciousness using hidden emotional symbols which are constantly changing, mixing religious and pagan symbols, right-wing and nationalist views, such as the Slavic swastika with the Catholic cross. The Kremlin uses emotions to change the mindset of the major issues, as well as manipulate the subconscious mind. Usage of verbal symbols, which Russian media used to descri