ROSTA (Russian Telegraph Agency)

ROSTA, or the Russian Telegraph Agency, was a Soviet news agency established in 1917. It served as the official source of news and information in the USSR, similar to how other countries have their national news agencies. ROSTA played a crucial role in disseminating government propaganda, providing information about state policies, and reporting on significant events. It operated primarily through telegrams and later evolved into the more well-known TASS (Telegraph Agency of the Soviet Union). ROSTA's influence was significant in shaping public perception and communicating the Soviet government's messages both domestically and internationally.