Official representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Maria Zakharova spoke about possible interventions of other countries in the presidential elections in Russia. According to her, the most violent measures will be applied to violators of the sovereignty of the country, "including public reaction and disclosure of available data". At the same time Zakharova stressed that the Foreign Ministry has information about the preparations for interventions in the affairs of the state.

"We also have information about plans for destructive interference by some countries in the internal affairs of Russia in the context of the presidential election campaign," RIA Novosti quoted her as saying.. She also spoke about the fact that Latvia and Estonia will not help Russia in arranging exit polls. Maria Zakharova noted that countries that consider themselves democratic do not comply with this definition. "We regret to note that not all countries, including those who consider themselves democratic, are meeting us in terms of ensuring the free expression of the will of our citizens," she added.. Elections of the Russian president will be held on March 18.