Ukraine/Russia · Multiple sources
UK prime minister says Russia meddled in Brexit vote, pushes for EU return
With European countries facing decisive elections, Andy Burnham has warned leaders of Moscow’s disruptive playbook.
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- 11 Oct 2026, 17:33 CEST → 12 Oct 2026, 11:20 CEST
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PM says he asked question upon entering No 10 but does not reveal who gave him ‘clear answer’ Russia meddled Andy Burnham has said it is clear Russia interfered in the Brexit referendum, after seeking answers on the Kremlin’s involvement in the 2016 vote when he entered Downing Street. Burnham said he had asked whether...
Claim marks the first time a UK prime minister has publicly acknowledged Russia's interference in the vote to leave EU.
With European countries facing decisive elections, Andy Burnham has warned leaders of Moscow’s disruptive playbook.
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