Boris Johnson responds to Russia’s ’barefaced lies’ jibe: ’They’re the bear’

Asked whether the UK was telling “barefaced lies” over the Black Sea incident – as alleged by a Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman – Boris Johnson said: “Well, they’re the bear.” The prime minister followed up saying: “That’s not my information and my understanding is that the carrier strike group proceeded in the way you would expect through international waters and in accordance with the law.” Read more here: Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Twitter: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to Independent Premium for exclusive content and live events: