Farage's controversial remarks
Nigel Farage is facing criticism after comparing Nato to the Soviet Union and suggesting that the West provoked the war in Ukraine, leading to backlash from a prominent Tory figure.
Top Tory's response
Former Defence Secretary Liam Fox labeled Farage's comments as a "dangerous worldview" and stated that he believes Farage is "not fit to hold high office" in the UK.
Impact on Farage's popularity
Recent polling data shows that Farage's approval ratings have taken a hit following his Ukraine remarks, with a decrease in support among 2019 Tory voters. Rishi Sunak now surpasses Farage in popularity among this group.
Reform party's decline
Dr. Fox noted a decline in support for the Reform party, attributing it to Farage's controversial statements on Ukraine and his criticism of Boris Johnson. He emphasized the importance of not equating Nato with the Soviet Union in the context of the conflict in Ukraine.
