Press release - MEPs call for a firm response to counter Russian interference
Following several recent revelations of Kremlin-backed attempts to interfere with and undermine European democratic processes, MEPs adopted on Thursday a resolution firmly denouncing such efforts.
- Following several recent revelations of Kremlin-backed attempts to interfere with and undermine European democratic processes, MEPs adopted on Thursday a resolution firmly denouncing such efforts.
- MEPs want EU and member state leaders to deal with Russian interference efforts, not just in the EU institutions but across the Union.
- Joint and vigorous response needed to counter interference
MEPs say that while Russia remains the main origin of foreign interference and disinformation in the EU, other countries are also active. - MEPs also want mandatory security training for MEPs and staffers, appropriate security clearance, and reinforced staff screening.