Belgian prosecutors are investigating possible Russian interference in the upcoming European Parliament election following findings provided by intelligence services. Prime Minister Alexander De Croo said investigators found Russian groups were meddling in the European election to push forward pro-Russia candidates - who Moscow hopes will weaken support for Ukraine.
'The objective is to help elect more pro-Russian candidates to the European Parliament and reinforce a certain pro-Russian narrative in that institution,' Mr De Croo told reporters.The investigation was launched after Czech authorities found pro-Russian agents active in Brussels seeking to influence, and even pay, European politicians to promote a pro-Russian agenda.They did not find evidence cash payments were made in Belgium, although interference had occurred there.