Why it matters:
The allegations highlight the fact that the U.K. wants to blame its withdrawal from the EU on an "other", which has had profound implications for the U.K. and its relationship with the European Union.
The big picture:
As the U.K. grapples with the fallout from its departure from the EU, the narrative on Russian involvement adds another layer of complexity to the Brexit discussion, raising questions about the integrity of the democratic process and the influence of external actors.
What they're saying:
The BBC claimed that two men, Orlin Roussev and Biser Jambazov, were identified as Russian spies who participated in a Brexit-related event in Parliament in May 2016.
Baroness Brown, a current member of the House of Lords, claimed she has "absolutely no recollection" of the event mentioned by the BBC and does not believe she met or spoke with the individuals in question.
Key points:
- The BBC claims that Russian spies attended a Brexit event in Parliament.
- Orlin Roussev and Biser Jambazov were identified as participants, along with a third individual, Catherine Ivanova.
- The BBC's report suggests that a German individual from Russia was directing the network involved.
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