From “journalism” to FIMI: EU sanctions Diana Panchenko

The EU adopted a sanctions package targeting individuals and entities involved in foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI) and hybrid operations linked to Russian state interests; the report highlights Diana Panchenko as a pro-Kremlin propagandist who produces and amplifies anti‑Ukrainian narratives via televised-style broadcasts and large social media channels, and situates her designation within broader EU efforts to counter state-aligned disinformation and strengthen resilience.