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Why has Russia threatened the UK and what happens next?

Russia threatens the UK following claims that British drones were used in recent strikes on Ukraine, warning of possible retaliation.

Source: bbc.co.uk1 min read

In brief

Russia has warned of consequences after confirmation that British-made drones were used in Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory. The Russian embassy accused Britain of escalating the Ukraine crisis and urged London to curb escalation. In response, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged London would support Ukraine 100%. As attacks targeted oil refineries and major retail warehouses, tensions rise. BBC reports details of Russia's warning and UK stance.

Russia has warned of consequences after confirmation that British-made drones were used in recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory.

The Russian embassy in the UK accused Britain of deliberately escalating the Ukraine crisis, as Kyiv increased attacks on Moscow and other parts of the country. Recent Russian strikes targeted oil refineries and warehouses of the largest online retailer Wildberries.

The UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said London will continue to support Ukraine 100%.

The BBC’s Caroline Hawley explains what we know about Russia’s warning. For more on this story, visit More on this story.

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