Chloé Gaillard holds an MA in International and European Law, Law of State Rebuilding in Post-Conflict Societies. She has always been interested in the connection that exists between law, justice, democracy and media.
After years of civil war and oppressive Taliban control, taking photographs became a crime, which caused a complete media blackout in Afghanistan. When the US invaded the country in 2001, fledgling free press emerged and a newfound fascination with the power of photography was brought to light.
In a world dominated by information overload, digital disinformation campaigns have become a potent tool for both nation-state and non-state actors. These campaigns extend far beyond the confines of conventional warfare. Today, societies are grappling with the overwhelming influence of disinformation, particularly in regions prone to instability.