Russian propaganda efforts are circulating reports of low prices for products in Russia and the stability of its economy across European and US territories. Western public figures are implicated in disseminating these claims. Rus.Postimees investigated these assertions as part of a new series, “Trash Wind,” which aims to dissect pro-Kremlin propaganda. One notable instance of promoting pro-Kremlin narratives concerns the claims about affordable goods in Russian stores. American TV presenter Tucker Carlson, during a 2024 trip to Russia for an interview with President Putin, highlighted the perceived low prices. Carlson visited a grocery store in Moscow and remarked on the availability of goods, referencing past criticisms of the Soviet Union’s economy, including reports of empty shelves and security measures on canned goods. In a video featuring a single individual, Carlson examined polyethylene-wrapped bread, Snickers chocolate bars, and Gillette razor blades, commenting on what he perceived as “indecent” practices. This occurred despite the legal allowance of parallel import since 2022, effectively eliminating criminal penalties for importing prohibited goods into Russia. Carlson also referenced the opening of the first McDonald’s in Moscow in the late Soviet period, asserting that it remained open under Putin’s leadership. Purchasing a selection of items at a fast food outlet, Carlson noted a price difference of 2.5 times compared to similar products in Manhattan. Topics: #propaganda #trash #about Post navigation Good luck didn’t let him down: in just a few months, the man won two big lottery prizes INTIMATE CONCERT ⟩ Nick Cave to perform again in the Baltics in August
“It’s deeply concerning to see disinformation campaigns attempting to paint a false picture of Russia’s economic situation.” Reply