Russia threatens UK over drone use in Ukraine strikes
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- Russia says the United Kingdom will face "consequences for which it will have to answer", after it emerged Ukraine used drones made by two British companies.S1
- Moscow's embassy in London blamed the UK for the 'escalation of the Ukraine crisis' after the drones were used on the territory for the first time.S2
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Russia threatens UK over drone use in Ukraine strikes
Russia says the United Kingdom will face "consequences for which it will have to answer", after it emerged Ukraine used drones made by two British companies.
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Russia threatens Britain and says London 'will pay for giving Ukraine drones'
Moscow's embassy in London blamed the UK for the 'escalation of the Ukraine crisis' after the drones were used on the territory for the first time.
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Published Aug 17, 2026 · updated Aug 18, 2026
What to know
- Russia says the United Kingdom will face "consequences for which it will have to answer", after it emerged Ukraine used drones made by two British companies.S1
- Moscow's embassy in London blamed the UK for the 'escalation of the Ukraine crisis' after the drones were used on the territory for the first time.S2
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