Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his resignation as a member of Parliament. Photo: AFP/TTXVN

In a statement, Mr Johnson accused lawmakers of launching the inquiry to end his political career. “I am being forced out by a small number of people who have no evidence to support their claims,” Mr Johnson said. Mr Johnson was forced to end his premiership early in part due to criticism within the Conservative Party and across the UK over parties at his Downing Street office and residence during the country’s Covid-19 lockdown.

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