Russian GRU Unit 54777 Engages in Psychological Operations
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🧠💻 Russian GRU’s Unit 54777: A Key Player in Psychological Operations. The Russian military unit 54777, part of the GRU, specializes in psychological operations (PSYOP) and has been active in disinformation campaigns since its establishment in 1994. This unit has played a significant role in various conflicts, including the annexation of Crimea and the Syrian civil war, as well as influencing elections in Europe and the U.S. Unit 54777 combines traditional PSYOP with cyberspace capabilities, utilizing social media and digital platforms to manipulate public opinion. It operates under the GRU’s 12th Directorate and is believed to have subordinate units across Russia’s military districts, reflecting a long-standing tradition of psychological warfare in Russian intelligence.
