# UK Prime Minister Confirms Russia Interfered in 2016 Brexit Vote

> U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham says Russia clearly interfered in the 2016 Brexit referendum, warning of growing threats to European democracies.
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## U.K. Prime Minister Confirms Russian Interference
U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham says it is clear Russia interfered with Britain’s vote to leave the European Union.

> I’ve had the clear answer that yes, there was
## Russia’s Election Interference Threat
U.K. intelligence agencies warn about increasing Russian interference in Britain’s democratic institutions.
## German Chancellor’s Concerns
Burnham spoke to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about possible Russian links to the far-right Alternative for Germany party.

> You know he was saying to me that the AfD are clearly linked to Russia, funded I believe
## Key takeaway

U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham confirmed Russia interfered in the 2016 Brexit referendum, citing risks to European democracies.