Truth and myths: Serbian-Russian special ties
Invoking Russian intelligence gives legitimacy to claims about the Maidan and the color revolution in Serbia, which the government is promoting. In addition to convincing the already convinced, these narratives also try to influence the pro-Russian protesters - to show that the protests are not just a spontaneous rebellion, but that the European Union is allegedly behind them. Also, in the moments when the intensity of criticism from Brussels on account of the Serbian government's response to the demonstrations has partially increased, this announcement also sends a message from the outside that Belgrade can turn even more towards Moscow if necessary.