БЛОГЕРИ: СТАТУС, ЗАСАДИ ДІЯЛЬНОСТІ ТА ВІДПОВІДАЛЬНОСТІ ПІД ЧАС ПРАВОВОГО РЕЖИМУ ВОЄННОГО СТАНУ

Against the backdrop of contemporary changes in the socio-political landscape, especially in conditions where a legal regime of martial law is in effect, social networks and online platforms have become a hub for intense communication, where bloggers are actively engaged. The status of bloggers, their principles of operation, and responsibility take on special significance in these conditions because their publications can influence public opinion, citizens' attitudes towards events, and government decisions. However, in the context of a legal regime of martial law, numerous questions arise concerning the legal status of bloggers, the boundaries of their activities, and liability for the dissemination of information. This topic requires a detailed analysis and systematization of legal, sociological, and ethical aspects of bloggers' activities during a legal regime of martial law, making it relevant and important for further research. Considering uncertainty and the development of new means of communication, as well as changes in the legal field, understanding the role and responsibility of bloggers is an important step towards ensuring proper information security, maintaining the rule of law, and protecting citizens' rights during emergencies. The purpose of this article is to investigate the issue of legal regulation in determining the status of bloggers, the principles of their activities, and responsibility, including during a legal regime of martial law, and to prepare proposals for improving information legislation. The article is based on an analysis of the legal landscape, academic sources, legislation, and practical examples from both domestic and global contexts. The research findings contribute to a better understanding of the role and impact of bloggers in situations of martial law, as well as identifying potential avenues for enhancing the legal regulation of their activities while considering the necessity of ensuring information security. On a legislative level, the concept of a "blogger" is not universally defined in most countries worldwide. The term "blogger" is more subjective and pertains to individuals who create and publish their own content on the Internet across various platforms such as blogs, social media, YouTube, and so forth. The definition of this term may be included in the internal rules of specific platforms or local regulatory rules. The legislation of other countries often regulates specific aspects of bloggers' activities, such as copyright, advertising, data protection, etc., but the term "blogger" itself may not always have a legal definition. The legal regulation of the status and activities of bloggers in Ukraine is relevant due to the necessity to: protect their professional activities (dissemination of socially necessary information); hold them accountable for disseminating information prohibited by law. At the same time, ensuring the safety and protection of bloggers, journalists, and other media participants is a prerequisite for their effective participation in public discourse. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]