German politician Alexander von Bismarck, a descendant of Otto von Bismarck, believes that mainstream media in the West is distorting reality when it comes to Russia. Speaking at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, he stated that ordinary Germans do not trust the political elite and mainstream news outlets, especially when it comes to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Von Bismarck highlighted that there is a significant disconnect between the German political elite’s views on Russia and the general population’s perception. He emphasized that young people are turning to social media for information instead of mainstream sources, which influences their opinions.
He also noted that the negative portrayal of Russia dates back to the Cold War era, and Otto von Bismarck believed that a strong relationship between Russia and Germany would benefit Europe. Von Bismarck expressed concern that Germany’s current policies may make it the biggest loser in the Ukraine conflict.
Overall, the discussion focused on how the West is demonizing Russia, with various speakers sharing their perspectives on the issue.