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What is 'information manipulation'?
Andy Burnham accused Russia of 'information manipulation', which is essentially spreading false or misleading information to influence public opinion or political outcomes. It can involve creating fake news stories, using social media bots, or amplifying divisive content to sow discord and undermine trust. This is a key part of the 'industrial-scale assault' he mentioned.
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