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U.K. PM Burnham says Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit vote

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U.K. PM Burnham says Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit voteWorldPing
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What happened

“I asked ⁠the question coming to Downing Street: was there interference in the 2016 referendum from Russia?And I’ve had the clear answer that yes, there was,” says PM Burnham…

Key facts

  • “I asked ⁠the question coming to Downing Street: was there interference in the 2016 referendum from Russia?And I’ve had the clear answer that yes, there was,” says PM Burnham…
  • Reported by The Hindu and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:11:57 UTC.

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  1. Zelenskyy urges U.S. to ensure Russia respects energy ceasefire

  2. EU imposes sanctions on almost 1,600 Russians and companies linked to arms industry

  3. Russian continues to strike Ukraine despite Trump's announcement of an 'energy ceasefire'

  4. REPLAY: NATO's top military commander warns Russia over alleged sabotage

  5. Brent tops $106 after deadly Saudi airport attack, Ukraine says Russia violated energy ceasefire

  6. U.K. PM Burnham says Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit vote

  7. Zelenskyy accuses Russia of violating Trump’s energy ceasefire as drone attacks continue

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REPLAY: NATO's top military commander warns Russia over alleged sabotageWorldPing
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REPLAY: NATO's top military commander warns Russia over alleged sabotage

And as the war in Ukraine continues, Western concerns are growing over Moscow’s alleged campaign of sabotage and interference against Kiev's wartime backers. NATO's top military commander gave a press conference this Monday from Warsaw.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24