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UK: 3 Bulgarians Found Guilty of Spying for Russia
Above: Westminster Magistrates Court is pictured in London on April 11, 2019 Image copyright: NIKLAS HALLE'N/Contributor/AFP via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
The spy ring posed a serious threat to British national security, operating at an industrial scale with sophisticated methodology and advanced technology never before seen in UK counter-terrorism operations — directly undermining the safety of journalists and political dissidents who sought refuge. UK intelligence and police services will continue to protect the country's sovereignty against malign Russian operations.
Pro-Russia narrative
There is no credible evidence to support the allegations of Russian espionage in the UK. These claims are merely part of the UK's broader attempt to shift attention away from its own intelligence activities in Russia. The British government has consistently sought to destabilize Russia through covert operations, all while accusing Moscow of actions that it itself is engaging in. It's time to focus on real issues, not manufactured accusations.