Russian Disinformation Campaigns Target Princess Kate Middleton's Health Crisis

Amid public concern over Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis, Kremlin-affiliated disinformation efforts seek to amplify conspiracy theories and undermine trust.

Russian disinformation campaigns exploited the frenzy around Princess Kate Middleton's health, amplifying conspiracy theories on social media.
Kensington Palace faced criticism for its minimal updates on Kate's condition, leading to widespread speculation and conspiracy theories.
Kate Middleton announced her cancer diagnosis and the start of her chemotherapy treatment in a video message on March 22.
Security researchers at Cardiff University linked the disinformation efforts to a Kremlin-affiliated group known as Doppelgänger.
The disinformation campaign aimed to undermine trust in Western institutions and amplify pro-Russian narratives amidst Kate's health crisis.