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Zanoli, Alice (2024)

“The Weaponization of Suffering: the Post-truth War between Russia and the White Helmets”

Bachelor thesis | International Studies (BA)
This thesis addresses the gap in post-truth war literature by examining victim representation in post-truth wars, focusing on how photography is used to weaponize victims to support a narrative that can be either helpful or damaging to their cause. It analyzes Russian propaganda supporting Assad’s regime surrounding the Syrian chemical attacks (2013, 2017, 2018). The analysis draws from the field of victimology and critiques of violent photography. Findings reveal photography's dual role in hybrid conflicts: manipulating evidence and empowering audiences to challenge narratives and advocate for justice. This is crucial in the context of increasing hybrid conflicts and citizen-journalism.
post-truth
Syria
Russia
White Helmets
media
photography
Author
Zanoli, Alice
Faculty
Faculty of Humanities
Specialisation
Middle East
Supervisors
Toby Jones
ECTS Credits
15
Language
en