In the run up to the July 4 UK election, it is becoming a tightrope walk for the incumbent PM Rishi Sunak led Conservatives as the recent opinion polls suggest that Reform UK has overtaken the party. It is the first time in this poll that Reform UK, spearheaded by Nigel Farage, has overtaken the Tories.

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The UK, US and Canada have jointly called out Russia for plotting to influence Moldova's upcoming presidential election and referendum on European Union membership later this year.

The three governments in a joint statement issued on the first day of the G7 summit, accused Russian actors of “spreading lies” and being engaged in a long-running campaign of political interference aimed at weakening Moldova's democratic institutions.

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The three countries said Moscow was trying to undermine Moldova’s pro-western president, Maia Sandu, before the next presidential election and referendum on EU membership. Both votes are due on 20 October.

The former Soviet nation bordering Ukraine has long feared Russian meddling in its internal affairs, particularly in the Kremlin-backed breakaway region of Transnistria and the autonomous southern region of Gagauzia. Sandu's administration has been a staunch supporter of Ukraine in its conflict with Moscow.

According to the UK, US and Canadian governments, Russian actors were seeking to foment negative public view of Sandu, western governments and the prospect of Moldovan membership of the EU.&nbsp;

Notably, Sandu has been president since 2020, when she was elected with 57.7% of the vote in the final runoff.

The three governments accused Russia of actively using disinformation and propaganda online, on the air, and on their streets to further their objectives&nbsp;of “degrading public confidence in Moldova’s ability to secure itself and maintain rule of law”.

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The three countries further said that if Sandu were re-elected, “there is reason to believe Moscow will work to provoke protests”.&nbsp;

They said they were working closely with the Moldovan government and had already sanctioned actors involved, with further sanctions being considered.

“We will support Moldova and the Moldovan people as they manage Kremlin interference and the impacts of Russia’s brutal war against Ukraine,” the statement from the UK, US and Canada said.

“We strongly support Moldova’s democratic, economic, security, and anticorruption reforms and deepening European integration."

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“We have exposed the Kremlin's plot to interfere in Moldova's elections. This action sends a strong message, we champion free and fair elections, and we will not stand idly by while Russia undermines democratic processes. We call on the Kremlin to cease these attempts to subvert Moldovan democracy and respect the country's sovereignty and the results of a free, fair, and independent election,” the statement further said.

(With inputs from agencies)

The UK, US and Canada have jointly called out Russia for plotting to influence Moldova's upcoming presidential election and referendum on European Union membership later this year.

The UK, US and Canada have jointly called out Russia for plotting to influence Moldova's upcoming presidential election and referendum on European Union membership later this year. The three governments in a joint statement issued on the first day of the G7 summit, accused Russian actors of “spreading lies” and being engaged in a long-running campaign of political interference aimed at weakening Moldova's democratic institutions. Also read: Moldova PM Recean invites Indian students and tourists The three countries said Moscow was trying to undermine Moldova’s pro-western president, Maia Sandu, before the next presidential election and referendum on EU membership. Both votes are due on 20 October. The former Soviet nation bordering Ukraine has long feared Russian meddling in its internal affairs, particularly in the Kremlin-backed breakaway region of Transnistria and the autonomous southern region of Gagauzia. Sandu's administration has been a staunch supporter of Ukraine in its conflict with Moscow. According to the UK, US and Canadian governments, Russian actors were seeking to foment negative public view of Sandu, western governments and the prospect of Moldovan membership of the EU. Notably, Sandu has been president since 2020, when she was elected with 57.7% of the vote in the final runoff. The three governments accused Russia of actively using disinformation and propaganda online, on the air, and on their streets to further their objectives of “degrading public confidence in Moldova’s ability to secure itself and maintain rule of law”. Also read: Moldova minister pitches his country as education destination The three countries further said that if Sandu were re-elected, “there is reason to believe Moscow will work to provoke protests”. They said they were working closely with the Moldovan government and had already sanctioned actors involved, with further sanctions being considered. “We will support Moldova and the Moldovan people as they manage Kremlin interference and the impacts of Russia’s brutal war against Ukraine,” the statement from the UK, US and Canada said. “We strongly support Moldova’s democratic, economic, security, and anticorruption reforms and deepening European integration." Also read: Russia-Ukraine war: 90% of Ukrainian refugees in Moldova “We have exposed the Kremlin's plot to interfere in Moldova's elections. This action sends a strong message, we champion free and fair elections, and we will not stand idly by while Russia undermines democratic processes. We call on the Kremlin to cease these attempts to subvert Moldovan democracy and respect the country's sovereignty and the results of a free, fair, and independent election,” the statement further said. (With inputs from agencies)

UK, US, and Canada accuse Russia of interfering in Moldovan elections

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In the run up to the July 4 UK election, it is becoming a tightrope walk for the incumbent PM Rishi Sunak led Conservatives as the recent opinion polls suggest that Reform UK has overtaken the party. It is the first time in this poll that Reform UK, spearheaded by Nigel Farage, has overtaken the Tories

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For the first time, UK Hindus have issued a manifesto outlining their aspirations for a future government ahead of the July 4 general election. The manifesto, 34-page long document, reflects the expectations of the politicians.

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In a first, Hindu groups in the UK have released a manifesto with a list of demands from the future government. The demands include an increase in the number of language schools teaching Indic languages, hindu prayer books and deities in prisons, hospitals and schools, the groups are also demanding a memorial for Hindu soldiers who served in the British forces. #Gravitas brings you the details.

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The UK Police on Wednesday (June 12) charged the man who pelted objects at the leader of Britain's Reform Party, Nigel Farage, during an election campaign.

Farage was travelling through Barnsley in northern England aboard an open-top bus on Tuesday (June 11) when a man hurled at him what looked like pieces of broken stones.

The pro-Brexit campaigner however wasn't injured&nbsp;as the man's hits&nbsp;missed Farage, as seen in the video&nbsp;of the incident gone viral on social media.

Immediately after the incident, the police apprehended 28-year-old Josh Greally on suspicion of public order offences.

The officials said that they believed Greally had thrown objects at Farage that he picked up from a construction site.

"I'm not a softie - you can say what you bloomin' like to me - but if you start chucking cement at me or chucking stones at me it's very, very different," Farage told Sky News.

He said that the attack was "a wilful attempt to stop me taking part in this general election".

The British police charged the stone-thrower with using threatening, abusive, insulting words and behaviour with intent to cause fear or provoke unlawful violence. &nbsp;

Greally was later released on bail and will appear in court on June 26, the police said in a statement.

Known as the frontman of Euroscepticism and anti-immigration sentiment, Farage has for decades been a divisive figure in the UK.

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He grabbed headlines for pushing Britons to vote in favour of exiting the European Union (EU) in the year 2016.

He is contesting for a parliamentary seat on July 4.

"I will not be bullied or cowed by a violent left-wing mob who hate our country," he said on his official X account following the incident.

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This is the second incident in a row when Farage was subject to an assault during his election campaign.

Earlier, a 25-year-old woman threw a drink in his face from close range as he left a pub. She was charged with assault.

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The UK Police on Wednesday (June 12) charged the man who pelted objects at the leader of Britain's Reform Party, Nigel Farage, during an election campaign. Farage was travelling through Barnsley in northern England aboard an open-top bus on Tuesday (June 11) when a man hurled at him what looked like pieces of broken stones.

The UK Police on Wednesday (June 12) charged the man who pelted objects at the leader of Britain's Reform Party, Nigel Farage, during an election campaign. Farage was travelling through Barnsley in northern England aboard an open-top bus on Tuesday (June 11) when a man hurled at him what looked like pieces of broken stones. The pro-Brexit campaigner however wasn't injured as the man's hits missed Farage, as seen in the video of the incident gone viral on social media. Immediately after the incident, the police apprehended 28-year-old Josh Greally on suspicion of public order offences. The officials said that they believed Greally had thrown objects at Farage that he picked up from a construction site. "I'm not a softie - you can say what you bloomin' like to me - but if you start chucking cement at me or chucking stones at me it's very, very different," Farage told Sky News. He said that the attack was "a wilful attempt to stop me taking part in this general election". The British police charged the stone-thrower with using threatening, abusive, insulting words and behaviour with intent to cause fear or provoke unlawful violence. Greally was later released on bail and will appear in court on June 26, the police said in a statement. Known as the frontman of Euroscepticism and anti-immigration sentiment, Farage has for decades been a divisive figure in the UK. Also read: 'Cosplaying Liz Truss': Rishi Sunak faces backlash over £17 billon tax giveaway He grabbed headlines for pushing Britons to vote in favour of exiting the European Union (EU) in the year 2016. He is contesting for a parliamentary seat on July 4. "I will not be bullied or cowed by a violent left-wing mob who hate our country," he said on his official X account following the incident. My huge thanks to South Yorkshire Police today. I will not be bullied or cowed by a violent left-wing mob who hate our country. pic.twitter.com/40Zu56KcBL — Nigel Farage (@Nigel_Farage) June 11, 2024 × This is the second incident in a row when Farage was subject to an assault during his election campaign. Earlier, a 25-year-old woman threw a drink in his face from close range as he left a pub. She was charged with assault. (With inputs from agencies)

UK police charge man who hurled objects at British right-wing leader Nigel Farage

In about 3 weeks from now the United Kingdom is going to polls, voters did not have much time to prepare. The Prime Minister called for early elections within 43 days. There was criticism from within the Tory party and beyond and this criticism is now turning into numbers. Watch in for more details!

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The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has overwhelmingly supported US President Joe Biden's proposal for a ceasefire to end the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. In New York City, anti-Israel protesters raised slogans and lit flares outside an exhibit memorialising victims of the Nova festival massacre.

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The Prime Minister has stated that the controversy surrounding his early departure from yesterday's D-Day celebrations must remain non-political. After some thought, Rishi Sunak stated, "I apologize; that was a mistake." "It's crucial, though, that we avoid politicizing this considering the magnitude of the sacrifice made. It is only fitting that we pay tribute to the soldiers who given so much."

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