(2017-01-18) As Cold War Turns To Information War A New Fake News

As Cold War turns to Information War, a new fake news police combats disinformation

Czech Republic is again on the front lines of a contest with Russia and its sympathizers — this time in the Information Wars.

“Nobody has the monopoly on truth,” said Czech President Milos Zeman, a pro-Russian politician who fills a largely ceremonial role and is at odds with the Czech government over Russian sanctions he wants lifted. He maintains a special adviser with financial links to Russia’s energy giant Lukoil, and Zeman’s interviews frequently appear on pro-Russian websites.