Labour Ramps Up Attacks on Reform UK Over Pro-Russia Stance Amidst Strong Public Support for Ukraine

Labour to Attack Reform UK Over Pro-Russia Stance

The Labour Party is preparing to intensify its attacks on Nigel Farage's Reform UK party over its stance on Russia, as recent polls reveal strong public support for Ukraine. This comes amidst growing tensions between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky over the White House's attempts to negotiate a peace deal with Vladimir Putin.

Labour's strategy will focus on highlighting Mr. Farage's past comments praising Putin and aligning with the Kremlin's narrative on Ukraine. In 2014, he expressed admiration for Putin as an "operator," and last year, he blamed NATO and the EU for provoking Russia's invasion. Additionally, he echoed Trump's recent remarks calling Zelensky a dictator and demanding elections in Ukraine.

Labour intends to capitalize on the public's strong disapproval of Putin, evident in recent polls showing a net approval rating of -85. In contrast, Zelensky enjoys a +48 approval rating. Labour believes Reform UK's pro-Russia stance is out of touch with the public, which overwhelmingly supports Ukraine's victory in the war.

The party's new approach was demonstrated last week when Sir Keir Starmer accused Mr. Farage of "fawning over Putin" for missing a debate on defense spending. Several Labour MPs have also condemned Reform UK for parroting the Kremlin's talking points.

Reform UK has defended its position, stating that it stands with Ukraine against Putin's tyranny. However, Labour remains determined to expose what it sees as Reform UK's pro-Russia bias and capitalize on the public's strong support for Ukraine.