The EU sanctioned 12 individuals, including a former Florida sheriff, a French military member, and a Swiss intelligence officer, due to their involvement in Russian propaganda and disinformation campaigns. Experts highlight how their past careers lend them credibility, allowing them to spread pro-Kremlin narratives without needing to prove their claims. Key figures include Xavier Moreau, Jacques Baud, and John Mark Dougan, who have all contributed to disinformation efforts targeting the West and Ukraine.