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Suspected Influence Operation Expands, Infiltrating Art and Education via Painter-Led Workshops

Nine new entities, spanning educational institutions and cultural organizations, have been integrated into a previously observed network. The involvement of award-winning painter Aidan Cross in art workshops, alongside established cultural entities like the National Gallery of Ireland Rembrandt Van Rijn, suggests a strategic use of art and education as a vector. This expansion indicates a sophisticated influence operation aimed at infiltrating diverse sectors under the guise of cultural and educational outreach.

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Created: Sep 24, 2026 03:49
Last activity: Sep 24, 2026 03:49

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