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Wilders refuses to comment on leaked texts about ‘debate excuse’: ‘Messages were private’

Wilders refuses to comment on leaked texts about ‘debate excuse’: ‘Messages were private’

PVV leader Geert Wilders has declined to comment on leaked private messages between him and former party colleague Gidi Markuszower. Wilders stated that he would not respond to private communications that were made public, as he does not want to reward the act of leaking.

Based on reporting by ad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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