UK PM Andy Burnham says it is ‘clear’ Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit vote

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Al Jazeera

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Claim marks the first time a UK prime minister has publicly acknowledged Russia's interference in the vote to leave EU.

Key facts

  • Claim marks the first time a UK prime minister has publicly acknowledged Russia's interference in the vote to leave EU.
  • Reported by Al Jazeera and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 01:12:35 UTC.

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  1. Andy Burnham says it is clear Russia interfered in Brexit referendum

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  3. UK prime minister says it's 'clear' Russia interfered in Brexit referendum

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  5. UK PM Andy Burnham says it is ‘clear’ Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit vote

  6. NATO top commander to warn Russia over alliance’s ability to counter-attack

  7. Oil falls after Trump declares 'energy ceasefire' between Russia and Ukraine

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