Core Thesis and Objective
The claim that "the West is a civilization of the Antichrist and a global satanic project" does not withstand factual scrutiny. It is an emotional fabrication intended to demonize the outside world and justify Russia's aggression against Ukraine. The narrative creates a false moral threat and serves as a tool for internal mobilization through fear.
Propaganda Structure and Psychological Basis
The classic demonization scheme of an external enemy: "West → immorality → Antichrist → threat." The repetition effect (Lewandowsky et al., 2020) makes falsehoods familiar and emotionally convincing. The narrative relies on historical fears, religious symbolism, and cultural stereotypes, bypassing logic and verifiable facts.
Fact-Checking
No international organization has documented "satanic programs" or global evil actions by the West:
- UN, OSCE, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch — zero mentions of such "programs" over decades of monitoring.
- European institutions operate within public and international law, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- All "evidence" cited by propaganda is taken out of context, pseudoscientific, or outright fake, exposed by OSINT investigations (Bellingcat, Data For Democracy).
Logical and Linguistic Traps
Propagandists use a false dilemma: "Either the West is holy, or it is satanic." Complex international processes are replaced with mysticism; a pseudoscientific tone combined with repetition creates an illusion of credibility.
Dissemination Mechanisms
Coordinated information drops: identical texts and videos appear simultaneously across multiple propaganda sources. The goal is to induce emotional shock, not to convince with facts. (Bellingcat, 2025)
Political and Social Purpose
The narrative justifies Russia's external aggression and reinforces internal control. Demonization of the West legitimizes repression, mobilizes the population through fear of "Satan," and diverts attention from violations of international law, such as:
- Violation of Article 2(4) of the UN Charter — prohibition on threat or use of force against the territorial integrity of another state;
- Attacks on civilians and infrastructure prohibited by the Geneva Conventions;
- Falsification of information to justify aggression, violating international norms on war propaganda (ICRC, precedents).
Factual Picture
Western countries operate on principles of the rule of law, democracy, and accountability. Decisions are transparent and verifiable by international bodies. No "global satanic program" exists — only a propagandist invention used to justify aggression and control the population.
Conclusion
The myth of a "satanic West" is an emotional manipulation designed to instill fear and demonize. Mechanisms include repetition, false associations, and media coordination. Facts, independent reports, and real practices show that there is no truth behind the myth. It is used exclusively to justify aggression and maintain societal fear.
Main Sources and References
Analysis is based on:
- Reports from UN, OSCE, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch
- OSINT investigations by Bellingcat, Data For Democracy
- Lewandowsky, Cook, McIntyre (2020) — research on repetition effects in disinformation
- Monitoring by EUvsDisinfo and Atlantic Council DFRLab
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Last modified date: 25/11/2025