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Starmer urges ‘fight’ against Russian disinformation after arson attacks
Keir Starmer condemned arson attacks on his property by Roman Lavrynovych and Stanislav Carpiuc, who were convicted in 2025. He urged combating Russian disinformation and conspiracy theories spread by far-right figures like Tommy Robinson, linking the attacks to broader threats from Russia and Iran. The G7 leaders pledged support for Ukraine and sanctions against Russia.
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