Psikolojik Operasyonlar ve Bilgi Savaşları: Rus Düşünce Kuruluşlarının Modern Çağda Rolü

This article examines the role of Russian think tanks in psychological operations and information warfare in the modern era. The primary focus of the research is to analyze how these organizations use psychological manipulation and disinformation techniques to achieve strategic objectives. The article employs a qualitative research method to investigate how Russian think tanks influence public opinion and international perceptions, and which tactical approaches they adopt in this process. The findings of the research indicate that Russian think tanks are used as a significant tool in information warfare. These organizations employ various techniques, such as propaganda, fake news, and psychological operations, to influence both domestic public opinion and the international community. The findings also reveal how these strategies are implemented to support Russia’s geopolitical interests and to gain a strategic advantage over its rivals. In this context, the role of think tanks is not limited to information production and analysis; they also strengthen the psychological dimension of state policies. In conclusion, it has been determined that Russian think tanks play a key role in modern information warfare and psychological operations. The activities of these organizations, as part of information and perception management strategies, help the state achieve its foreign policy objectives. The article suggests that a better understanding of these dynamics can contribute to the development of more effective policies in the fields of international relations and security strategies. The study sociologically examines 25 Russian think tanks.