Boris Johnson has been accused of election meddling by the Russian government just days before the UK heads to the polls. The Prime Minister is said to have met with Russian oligarchs Alexander Lebedev and Evgeny Lebedev, father and son, at an Italian restaurant in London last week, according to a report from the Sunday Times. The meeting, which was not disclosed in Johnson’s official diary, comes as the UK is set to hold a general election on December 12. Johnson is widely expected to win the election, and critics are accusing him of trying to gain an advantage over his opponents by meeting with Russian oligarchs. The Lebedevs are close allies of Russian President Vladimir Putin, and have been accused of using their wealth to influence British politics. Alexander Lebedev is the owner of the independent newspaper The Independent, while Evgeny Lebedev is the chairman of the Evening Standard newspaper. Both newspapers have been accused of publishing pro-Russian propaganda. Johnson has denied any wrongdoing, but the meeting has raised concerns about the UK’s relationship with Russia. The UK has accused Russia of interfering in the 2016 Brexit referendum, and is currently investigating Russian interference in the Scottish independence referendum in 2014. The meeting between Johnson and the Lebedevs has been condemned by opposition politicians, who have accused Johnson of putting the UK’s national security at risk. The Labour Party has called for an investigation into the meeting, and the Scottish National Party has accused Johnson of being a .
Russia Ultimatum Before UK Election? Boris Johnson Accused of Election Meddling After Secret Meeting
