East German State Television (DDR-Fernsehen)

East German State Television, known as DDR-Fernsehen, was the official broadcaster of East Germany, operated by the government’s Ministry for State Security. It served as a tool for propaganda, promoting socialist ideals and the state's policies, while controlling information and limiting Western influences. Programming included news, cultural shows, and entertainment that aligned with government agendas. Broadcasts were accessible mainly within East Germany, and the station played a crucial role in shaping public opinion, maintaining political control, and fostering a sense of national identity under the socialist regime. It operated from the 1950s until German reunification in 1990.