The Kremlin is preparing the institutionalization of the policy of "traditional values", considering the creation of a permanent interdepartmental group for the systematic promotion of this narrative in the russian information space. Formally, the initiative is presented as an attempt to form a "family-oriented environment", however, the set of planned tools indicates further strengthening of ideological control. This is stated in the message of the Foreign Intelligence Service (FIS) of Ukraine.
Thus, in the russian federation, from March 1, 2026, a ban on the distribution of films that allegedly discredit "traditional values" will come into effect: they will not receive distribution certificates, will be ousted from major online platforms, and fines are provided for their distribution. In parallel, from the 2026/2027 academic year, schools are introducing the subject of "spiritual and moral culture of russia", and universities are planning to conduct digital testing of students for compliance with the ideological orientations of the state.
The intelligence agency emphasizes that such a design of "value" policy is part of a broader domestic political strategy: through the moral and ideological agenda, the authorities seek to consolidate society, increase loyalty to the decision-making center, and at the same time strengthen control over the information environment. Shifting the focus from economic difficulties to cultural conflicts also reduces political risks for the Kremlin.
At the same time, it is noted that in the foreign policy dimension, the institutionalization of this doctrine consolidates the presentation of the war against Ukraine as a long-term civilizational confrontation with the West.
"Such a framework expands the authorities' ability to justify high military spending, further restrictions on civil liberties, and the redistribution of resources in favor of the security forces, making ideology a management tool in a protracted confrontation," the FIS emphasizes.
As Ukrainian News Agency earlier reported, according to intelligence data, by 2040 russia will turn into a "society of pensioners."
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