This study examines the image of Russia as perceived and represented by German citizens in the context of global political, informational, and cultural changes. The relevance of this topic is determined by increasing international tensions, growing information confrontation, and the growing influence of media discourse on public consciousness. The aim of the study was to identify key markers of the image of Russia as represented in the everyday consciousness of German citizens, taking into account socio-demographic characteristics. The study also included an analysis of the media and cultural factors that play a role in the formation of these perceptions. The empirical part of the study utilized semi-projective methods for studying the emotional image of Russia and the image of relations between the countries, as well as a global threat ranking test and a rapid questionnaire on global transformations. The study involved 124 respondents, 43% of whom were men and 57% women; the average age of the participants was 29.5 ± 6.3 years. The study's results demonstrated the prevalence of an ambivalent and predominantly negative image of Russia, rooted in historical and cultural memory and reinforced by contemporary media discourse. A correlation was found between a more favorable perception of Russia and the subjects' level of education and subjective income. The image obtained through this psychological study is confirmed by sociological research by other authors. The potential of this research lies in monitoring and further exploring the mechanisms and structure of our country's image among Russians and citizens of other countries in the context of the development of digital sovereignty