"Operation Undercut" Shows Multifaceted Nature of SDA’s Influence Operations

Operation Undercut is a state-linked Russian influence campaign conducted by the Social Design Agency since late 2023 that uses AI-generated media, impersonation of news outlets, and targeted multilingual social amplification to discredit Ukraine, weaken Western support, and exploit geopolitical flashpoints (e.g., Israel–Gaza, the 2024 US elections and EU politics); the report outlines objectives, tactics, key narratives, mitigation recommendations, and an outlook anticipating continued activity and infrastructure rebuilding.