The media person here is looking, not for understanding or even facts, but headlines.
Sift everything you hear in the news now, especially regarding any people or nation who are running contrary to the Western global powers.
Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle; be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray: and you, Prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, thrust into Hell Satan and all of the other evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.