politics
Moscow threat of ‘consequences’ will not alter UK support for Ukraine, says Burnham
Prime minister responds to Russian anger over Kyiv’s use of British-made drones in ‘deep strike’ campaign
TL;DR
- Andy Burnham confirmed the UK's commitment to "support Ukraine 100%" against Russia's "illegal war."
- Russia's embassy warned of "consequences" for Britain's deeper involvement and support for Ukraine.
- Ukraine's "deep strike" campaign utilizes British-made drones and Storm Shadow missiles to target Russian military and energy facilities.
- Kyiv's attacks aim to cut Moscow's war revenue and make Russian civilians feel the invasion's impact.
- Recent Ukrainian attacks have hit deep into Russia, stretching its air defenses, while Russian strikes have caused civilian casualties in Ukraine.
- Ukraine has developed homegrown technologies, including long-range drones, to match Russia's deep-strike capability.