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Prof. Dr. Bejtush GashiFormer Minister of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KosovoFormer Dean of the Faculty of Security Studiesbejtushg2002@yahoo.com Abstract: The Vidovdan myth holds a central place in Serbian political mythology and has evolved into a strategic instrument in shaping Serbia’s foreign and security policy, particularly in relation to Kosovo. This study examines how

Author: Dr. Iryna Synelnyk Abstract The shaping of public opinion through the spread of fake news, disinformation and manipulation is becoming a threatening trend today, especially during the elections. This paper focuses on issues of manipulation tools through social media as an attempt to provide political influence and achieve an advantage in election campaigns. This

Policy paper Prof. Asoc. Dr. Arben FetoshiDirector at the Institute for Studies of Hybrid Warfare OCTOPUSarben.fetoshi@octopusinstitute.org Acknowledgments:I would like to sincerely thank all my colleagues for their unwavering support during the completion of this research, with special appreciation to Gurakuç Kuçi, Senior Researcher, and Lekë Beqa, Collaborator at the Institute, for their invaluable contributions. Abstract:

The ethnicization of Orthodox religion: Serbia’s nationalist strategy for destabilizing Kosovo Author: Dr. Arben Fetoshi & Dr. Gurakuç Kuçi Abstract Serbia has ethnicized religion, transforming it into a nationalist tool to destabilize Kosovo. Religious holidays, such as Orthodox Christmas, are exploited to promote political and nationalist agendas, fueling interethnic tensions. Instead of focusing on spiritual

Dr. Iryna SynelnykResearcher at Institute for Hybrid Warfare Studies “OCTOPUS”iryna.synelnyk@octopusinstitute.org Abstract This paper deals with Russia’s declared and real goals in Ukraine during the war, which has been going on since 2014, and Russia’s interests in expanding its influence in European countries. This topic has been covered by many contemporary media in Russia, Ukraine and

Dr. Gurakuç KuçiSenior Research at Institute for Hybrid Warfare Studies “OCTOPUS”gurakuq.kuqi@octopusinstitute.orgProfessor at Universum Collegegurakuq.kuqi@universum-ks.org Abstract The Western Balkans is transforming into one of the primary fronts of confrontation between global powers, where Russia’s and Serbia’s hybrid strategies directly challenge the stability and sovereignty of countries in the region. This paper examines the complex dimensions of

Dr. Bleta BrovinaSenior Researcher at Institute for Hybrid Warfare Studies “Octopus”, bleta.brovina@octopusinstitute.org Abstract Following the invasion of Crimea by Russia, there has been a significant shift in academic focus towards the study of Ukraine. Russia’s efforts to establish a new warfront in the Western Balkans have drawn attention to the developments in the region. This

Dr. Gurakuç KuçiSenior Researcher at Institute for Hybrid Warfare Studies “OCTOPUS”gurakuq.kuqi@octopusinstitute.org Abstract This paper examines Russia’s hybrid warfare tactics against the Western Balkans, focusing on using direct and indirect methods to exert influence in the region. The study delves into Russia’s strategic use of media manipulation, cyberattacks, and disinformation campaigns, alongside its employment of proxy

Instituti për Studime të Luftës Hibride “Octopus”Institute for Hybrid Warfare Studies “Octopus”Propaganda Mediatike Serbe dhe Ruse në KosovëSerbian and Russian Media Propaganda in Kosovo Autorët/AuthorsAgim MusliuDrejtor / DirectorTaulant ElshaniHulumtues / Researcher Abstrakt Ky hulumtim ekzaminon rolin e dezinformimit medial serb dhe rus në Ballkan, me fokus qëllimet malinje si dhe impaktin e tij negativ në