The former Prime Minister vented his views on the Russian election.
David Cameron has denounced the election in Russia which saw Vladimir Putin tighten his grip on power following the stifling of any real opposition.
Mr Putin faced competition from only three candidates who had not criticised his rule nor his invasion of Ukraine. All serious challengers were wiped out before voting began. Arch foe Alexei Navalny died in an Arctic prison last month. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.
He said: "I don't think people have any illusion about whether they're free or fair, and it's particularly reprehensible that they're trying to conduct those elections in parts of Ukraine, which is the sovereign state which Vladimir Putin has invaded." He said: "I think that Putin is likely to double down again, he'll claim this as a boost for himself and an endorsement for the military action he has taken".
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