David Cameron discusses Trump and Ukraine in hoax call footage released by Russian pranksters

The recent release of footage showing former UK Prime Minister David Cameron being tricked into a hoax call with Russian pranksters posing as a former Ukrainian president has caused quite a stir. In the video call, Lord Cameron can be seen discussing various political topics, including Labour, Donald Trump, and Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, with the impostor pretending to be Petro Poroshenko.

The call, which was made public by the UK Government earlier this month, was carried out by Russian pranksters known as “Vovan and Lexus,” who have a history of duping politicians and celebrities. The Foreign Office (FCDO) released details of the exchange to prevent any potential manipulation of the video footage.

During the call, Lord Cameron talks about his interactions with President Trump, stating that the Republican leader would want to support the winning side in Ukraine but his attitude is hard to predict. He also discusses the issue of Nato support for Ukraine and a conversation he had with Kazakhstan’s foreign secretary about Putin’s intentions in the region.

The FCDO has labeled the hoax call as a Russian information operation designed to distract attention from Moscow’s actions in Ukraine. A spokesperson for the Foreign Office stated that disinformation is a tactic straight from the Kremlin playbook and is used to divert focus from illegal activities and human rights abuses in Ukraine.

The authenticity of the video has not been independently verified by Sky News, but the release of the footage has sparked concerns about potential misinformation campaigns. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance in the face of sophisticated disinformation tactics.