"THE INFLUENCE OF INTELLIGENCE PROPAGANDA ON THE POLITICAL SECURITY OF THE U.S. AND THE SOVIET UNION (1950S–1960S)"

Ana Jikia; Edisher Mushkudiani; Davit Kukhalashvili

Authors

Ana Jikia Invited Lecturer at Akaki Tsereteli State University, PhD Candidate in Political Science at Caucasus International University, Georgia
Edisher Mushkudiani Journalist, Former Correspondent of Broadcasting Company "Rustavi 2", Georgia
Davit Kukhalashvili Doctor of History, Doctor of Professional Security, Associate Professor at Caucasus International University, Georgia

Keywords:

Intelligence, Cold War, Intelligence Propaganda, Media, Information Warfare

Abstract

In modern international relations, information warfare and intelligence propaganda play a crucial role in advancing states' strategic interests. The success of this process is determined by the effective planning and execution of intelligence propaganda. This study highlights the propaganda strategies, methods, and techniques employed by U.S. and Soviet intelligence structures during the Cold War, as well as their impact on both domestic and foreign political processes. The strategies of both states included information manipulation techniques such as disinformation campaigns, the use of media resources, and the discrediting of political opponents. Based on the findings of this study, recommendations are provided on how to prevent the use of such strategies and mitigate their negative consequences in contemporary international politics.