TY  - JOUR
AB  - <jats:p>This study conducts a comparative content analysis of media coverage of the Russia?Ukraine war by China Global Television Network (CGTN) and Voice of America (VOA), focusing on emotional content and framing strategies. Analyzing 4997 articles from CGTN and 4975 articles from VOA, the study examines how each outlet emphasizes emotions such as neutrality, anger, fear, and hope. The findings reveal that CGTN predominantly adopts a neutral and analytical tone, prioritizing geopolitical implications; in contrast, VOA employs a more emotionally charged approach, highlighting the humanitarian crisis and expressing solidarity with Ukraine. While CGTN emphasizes hope and diplomatic solutions, VOA underscores anger and fear to justify international intervention and support for Ukraine. The contrasting framing strategies reflect the geopolitical interests of China and the U.S., with CGTN positioning China as a mediator advocating for peace and stability, and VOA framing Russia as the aggressor to bolster Western democratic values. By leveraging divergent emotional narratives, both media outlets serve the strategic objectives of their countries, shape global perceptions, and garner public support for their respective policies. This study contributes to understanding how emotional framing functions as a strategic tool in international media coverage during geopolitical conflicts.</jats:p>
AU  - Qiu, X
AU  - Yu, W
AU  - Huang, Y
AU  - Yang, J
DO  - 10.3390/journalmedia6040208
EP  - 208
JO  - Journalism and Media
PB  - MDPI AG
SP  - 208
TI  - Emotional Geopolitics of War: Disparities in Russia?Ukraine War Coverage Between CGTN and VOA
VL  - 6
Y2  - 2026/05/02
ER  -