How state actors are exploiting climate crises to spread disinformation

The number of extreme weather events is on the rise, and some states are taking advantage of these climate crises to spread disinformation. A report by France's Institute for International and Strategic Affairs (IRIS) says that climate...

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How state actors are exploiting climate crises to spread disinformation

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