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The United States issued a stern warning to Russia, urging the Kremlin to refrain from meddling in American elections...
The United States issued a stern warning to Russia, urging the Kremlin to refrain from meddling in American elections, in response to remarks made by President Vladimir Putin indicating his preference for President Joe Biden's re-election.
White House National Security Council Spokesman John Kirby delivered a clear message during a press briefing, emphasizing the US stance on countering Russia's influence globally and within Ukraine.
Kirby asserted, "Mr. Putin knows very well what this administration has been doing to counter Russia's malign influence around the world and certainly what they've been doing inside Ukraine."
Highlighting the US's unwavering commitment to addressing Russian actions, particularly concerning Ukraine, Kirby reiterated the imperative for Russia to abstain from interfering in US electoral processes.
"We've demonstrated over and over and over again how willing we are to push back on what Russia is doing again, particularly in Ukraine, and Mr. Putin, just stay out of our elections," Kirby firmly stated.
The warning underscores heightened tensions between the United States and Russia over allegations of interference and geopolitical disputes, with election integrity emerging as a paramount concern for American officials.
Amid ongoing scrutiny over foreign interference in democratic processes, the United States remains steadfast in its efforts to safeguard the integrity of its elections and uphold democratic principles.
As diplomatic relations between the US and Russia navigate through a complex landscape, the call for non-interference in electoral affairs underscores the gravity of maintaining sovereignty and democratic norms on the global stage.
