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"The Novosti Press Agency (APN), the Soviet forerunner of RIA Novosti, was never accused of defending Stalin during its 40-year history" (Photo: kremlin.ru)

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Storm in a teacup

The "RIA Novosti and Stalin" story unfolded according to the classical "storm in a teacup" scenario. Initially just a story like many others, it grew out of a journalist's mistake, poor knowledge of the subject, or bias and adherence to stereotypes. Unfortunately, it caused an uproar and damage to the reputation of RIA Novosti.

In essence, EUobserver wrote that somebody told somebody else about Russia's efforts to "improve the image of Jos...

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Lisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.

"The Novosti Press Agency (APN), the Soviet forerunner of RIA Novosti, was never accused of defending Stalin during its 40-year history" (Photo: kremlin.ru)

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Lisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.

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