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- Overall, we rate EADaily Right-Center Biased and Questionable based on the promotion of state propaganda, numerous false claims, the use of poor sources, and failed fact checks.
Detailed Report
Reasoning: Russian Propaganda, Poor Sourcing, False Claims, Failed Fact Checks
Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER (4.6)
Factual Reporting: LOW (8.0)
Country: Russia
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rank: TOTAL OPPRESSION
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: High Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: LOW CREDIBILITY
History
EADaily (Eurasia Daily) is a Russian-language news website that focuses on politics, economics, and international relations, particularly in the post-Soviet space. The website was founded in 2015 and positions itself as a provider of analytical journalism with a strong focus on Eurasian geopolitical issues.
The site frequently covers topics related to Russian foreign policy, energy markets, and military affairs, with a strong emphasis on Russian interests in regions such as Ukraine, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. EADaily’s reporting often aligns with the Kremlin’s geopolitical narratives, making it a key player in Russian state-influenced media.
Read our profile on Russian media and government.
Funded by / Ownership
EADaily does not publicly disclose its ownership or funding sources on its website. However, media analysts have noted that its content frequently reflects pro-Russian government viewpoints, suggesting potential state influence or indirect funding . While not officially recognized as state media like RT or Sputnik, EADaily often publishes narratives that align with Russian government messaging, particularly regarding Ukraine, NATO, and Western policies.
According to Reporters Without Borders (RSF), a lack of transparency in Russian media is often a sign of state ties or influence, and EADaily falls into this category due to its opaque funding sources.
Analysis / Bias
EADaily exhibits a strong pro-Russian, nationalist, and right-leaning bias, particularly in its coverage of international affairs. Its reporting often portrays Russia as a stabilizing force in global politics while casting Western nations, especially the United States, NATO, and the European Union, as aggressive or destabilizing actors. Coverage of conflicts involving Russia, such as the war in Ukraine, tends to present Ukrainian forces negatively while amplifying Russian military successes.
The European Union’s East StratCom Task Force has flagged EADaily as a pro-Kremlin outlet that spreads Russian government-aligned narratives, particularly in its reporting on Ukraine and NATO. Similarly, the Digital Forensic Research Lab (DFRLab) has documented how EADaily publishes anti-Western and anti-NATO content, reinforcing Russian geopolitical messaging.
EADaily frequently criticizes Western sanctions, democratic movements in post-Soviet states, and NATO expansion, framing them as threats to Russian sovereignty. The website often describes pro-European governments in Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine as being manipulated by the West, reinforcing Russian foreign policy talking points. Additionally, it promotes Eurasian economic integration while downplaying internal economic or political issues within Russia.
The site also publishes opinion pieces and analysis that blend nationalism with conservative social values, often attacking liberal policies in Western countries. While it does provide some factual reporting, the selective nature of its coverage, lack of critical reporting on Russian government actions, frequent promotion of state-aligned narratives, and numerous failed fact checks contribute to its Low factual rating.
Failed Fact Checks
Overall, we rate EADaily Right-Center Biased and Questionable based on the promotion of state propaganda, numerous false claims, the use of poor sources, and failed fact checks. (D. Van Zandt 02/16/2025)
Source: https://eadaily.com/
Last Updated on February 16, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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