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'Russian meeting with Italy populists' investigated
« on: July 12, 2019, 06:03:42 am »
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'Russian meeting with Italy populists' investigated
    11 July 2019


Mr Salvini is said to favour closer ties with Russia

Italian prosecutors have opened an investigation into allegations of collusion between Russia and the ruling League party following media reports of a secret meeting.

The meeting allegedly took place between Russian officials and Gianluca Savoini, a close aide to deputy prime minister Matteo Salvini.

Those present reportedly discussed an oil deal that would enable funds to be transferred to the party.

Read more at: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-48953883