UK PM Burnham: Russia Interfered in 2016 Brexit Referendum

Andy Burnham warned voters in France and Germany of similar threats, but did not present evidence for the claims.

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated that Russia interfered in the 2016 referendum on the United Kingdom's departure from the European Union, newspaper The Jerusalem Post and Greek outlet Naftemporiki reported.

According to the reports, Burnham said he had received clear briefings pointing to Moscow's involvement in the process leading up to the vote. He also issued a warning to voters in France and Germany regarding similar threats of foreign interference in their elections.

However, Burnham did not present evidence or further details to substantiate the claims, and additional information has not yet been released.