DISINFORMATION AND MISINFORMATION: THE NEW WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTIONBattling Weaponised Lies in an Ultra-Connected Digital World. In today?s hyper-connected digital world, disinformation has become a strategically powerful weapon. State and non-state actors are exploiting digital platforms, AI, and deepfakes to manipulate narratives, polarize societies, and undermine trust. This article explores how disinformation campaigns are orchestrated, their impact on national security, public perception