Nigel Farage is facing criticism for his alleged close ties to the Kremlin, with accusations that he is "cuddling up" to the Russian government. The former Ukip leader has come under fire for his comments on the war in Ukraine, which he defended, while also taking aim at Boris Johnson. Farage claimed that there has been an "invasion of people arriving on small boats," further stoking controversy. Additionally, the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has accused Reform of poisoning the election debate. Farage's controversial statements and actions have sparked backlash and raised concerns about his political affiliations and influence.