Chairman of the Duma Security and Anti-Corruption Committee Vasily Piskarev said that the intelligence services of NATO countries have intensified their activities regarding the start of the presidential election campaign in Russia. This was reported by TASS.
“The Commission notes the intensification of the activities of the intelligence services of NATO countries, non-governmental organizations controlled by them and ‘agents of influence’ in connection with the start of the presidential election campaign in Russia,” he said.
According to him, a number of illegal actions are being organized during the election campaign, and provocateurs are also being trained.
Previously current Russian President Vladimir Putin announced About his presidential candidacy at the awarding ceremony of Russia’s heroes with the Gold Star medal in the Kremlin. More than 200 military and civilians were invited to the event; Among the participants were Heroes of the USSR, Heroes of the Russian Federation, St. There were recipients of the Order of St. George and three or more recipients of the Order of Courage.
Previously at the White House appreciated Putin’s participation in the elections.