Europe · 11 October 2026 to 12 October 2026 · 4 headlines · BBC News, France 24
UK PM says it is 'clear' Russia interfered with Brexit vote
UK Prime Minister Burnham has stated it is clear that Russia interfered in the 2016 Brexit referendum, presenting this as settled fact rather than allegation. He used the statement to warn French voters that they could face similar Russian political influence operations ahead of their own elections. No new evidence or formal inquiry has been attached to the claim.
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12 October 2026
11 October 2026
- UK PM says it is 'clear' Russia interfered with Brexit vote BBC News
- PM says it is 'clear' Russia interfered with Brexit vote BBC News
- UK PM Burnham warns French voters of Russian political influence on back of Brexit vote France 24
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