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UK ‘supports Ukraine 100%’, Burnham says, after Russia’s drone warning

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said the UK will continue “to support Ukraine 100%”, after Moscow warned of “consequences” following confirmation that British-made drones were used in recent Ukrainian strikes in Russia. “We are not fair-weather friends, we will be there in Ukraine’s hour of need and that won’t change,” said Burnham. The Russian [...] The post UK ‘supports Ukraine 100%’,…

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has stated that the UK will continue to provide full support to Ukraine, following Russia's warning of consequences following the use of British-made drones in recent strikes against Russia. Burnham reiterated that the UK is a "not fair-weather friend" and will remain committed to Ukraine in times of need.

Moscow had accused Britain of deliberately escalating the Ukraine crisis, vowing severe repercussions for any further involvement. Ukraine has intensified its attacks on Russia, specifically targeting oil refineries and logistics sites, including Wildberries, an online retailer. The Russian embassy warned that the UK's actions would have consequences, but did not specify the nature of the threat.

Russia's war on Ukraine has disrupted the nation's domestic fuel supplies and weakened its economy. The UK has been a significant supporter of Ukraine since Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022, providing crucial equipment and aid to defend against President Vladimir Putin's illegal invasion.

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