Nigel Farage's Russian hack claim ‘without any merit', former NCSC chief says
Ciaran Martin says Reform UK leader's allegation over Guardian report on £5m gift 'entirely unsubstantiated'
www.theguardian.comFarage's Russian unproven, Ciaran Martin says experts urge verifiable proof before claims are drawn. Guardian piece noted the allegation centered on a donation from crypto-entrepreneur Harborne and referenced forensic discussions, but no public evidence has been made available to substantiate the state-backed hacking narrative. Independent outlets highlight pressure on Farage to provide proof beyond initial statements. Reform UK claimed Moscow was behind knowledge of a £5 million gift to the party leader in 2024. The party referenced a £5 million gift from a Thailand-based crypto-entrepreneur, but no definitive validation has emerged. Experts dismiss the Russian hack narrative until substantiated.