General Staff of the Polish Army: The protest may be an element of a hostile operation

Astroturfing is a tactic that mimics grassroots movements but is actually orchestrated to incite unrest. It involves disinformation campaigns that appear spontaneous but are generated by bots and trolls. The Polish General Staff warns that adversaries identify societal 'hot spots' and use coordinated social media efforts to provoke extreme emotions, leading to street protests. The chaos is then amplified by media coverage. The main goals include overwhelming emergency services and creating a crisis for decision-makers. To avoid being misled, the military advises vigilance against violence in demonstrations and sudden, uniform calls for protests. Online, users should watch for repetitive language and newly created accounts that may indicate bot activity.