Media resources as a historical source in international relations: advantages and disadvantages

The article delves into the comprehensive examination of the role of media resources in contemporary international relations. The author analyzes the evolution of media from traditional information channels to independent global policy actors. The study elucidates the advantages of media resources, including extensive informational reach, manipulative potential, socialization opportunities, and a regulatory function in international communications. Particular attention is paid to the methodological aspects of media research, specifically modern digital technologies for analyzing information flows. The study demonstrates the transformation of media resources into a powerful tool for shaping public opinion and implementing foreign policy strategies. The author emphasizes the necessity of a critical approach to media sources, considering their subjectivity and susceptibility to ideological influences. Moreover, the article presents innovative methods of media exploration, including big data analysis, virtual reality technologies, and network analysis of communicative systems.