Mr. Farage is trying to establish himself as the new voice of British conservatism, but has generated controversy at times over comments perceived as pro-Russian. Most Britons support Ukraine, polls show, and last year, support for Reform U.K. fell after Mr. Farage claimed that the West had provoked Russia into the war. Last month, the former leader of Reform U.K. in Wales appeared in court on accusations of accepting bribes to make statements in the European Parliament that would benefit Russia and its invasion of Ukraine. Reached by phone, Mr. Farage said that he has “never approved of anything Putin has done,” but declined to comment on H.R. What the records showThe New York Times reviewed shipping records showing that Techtest, which is owned by the H.R.

Source: The Times March 28, 2025 13:05 UTC