Радио Sputnik

Радио Sputnik is a Russian state-owned international broadcaster, part of the Rossiya Segodnya media group, which is funded and operated by the Russian government. Launched in 2014, it offers news, analysis, and commentary in multiple languages, targeting global audiences. Sputnik is often described as a tool of Russian soft power and is known for promoting the Kremlin's perspectives on international events. It has faced criticism and accusations of spreading disinformation and propaganda in various countries, leading to restrictions and bans in some regions. The station operates both online and through FM and digital platforms in several countries.