Undercover documentary reveals Russia's propaganda efforts after invasion of Ukraine

By Charles Maynes

Published December 30, 2025 at 4:53 AM EST

"Mr. Nobody Against Putin," a film made secretly by a teacher in Russia, shows the propaganda efforts in a country at war.

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