Ex-Reform politician admits Russia-linked bribery charges

Former Reform UK politician Nathan Gill has pleaded guilty to eight bribery charges related to supporting Russia while serving as a member of the European Parliament. He denied a conspiracy charge but faces sentencing in November, where jail time is expected. Gill was alleged to have received money in exchange for making pro-Russian statements in the European Parliament and to news outlets, with evidence showing WhatsApp messages between Gill and a former Ukrainian politician.