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Otto English says Russia exploited Brexit as an act of war

Original: Otto English: "Russia has been at war with Britain for years and the EU referendum was an open goal which they exploited

Writer Otto English says Russia has effectively been at war with Britain for years and that the 2016 EU referendum was an open goal Moscow exploited. He argues that while Putin did not single-handedly cause Brexit, Russian troll farms and media operations played a real part in the outcome. He adds that Brexit supporters may dislike the claim but cannot simply deny Russian interference.

Why now: Renewed debate over Russian interference in British politics and the Brexit referendum keeps this accusation in circulation.

Otto EnglishRussiaVladimir PutinBrexitBritain

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• Otto English: "Russia has been at war with Britain for years and the EU referendum was an open goal which they exploited. That doesn't mean that "Putin made Brexit happen" but his troll farms and media operations certainly played a part Brexiters may hate to hear it but to deny… · mse_eu · 11

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