In brief
Russia’s ambassador in London has issued a warning of "consequences" after the use of British‑made drones in Ukrainian assaults that hit Russian oil refineries and retail warehouses. The embassy criticised Britain for escalating the Ukraine crisis, while UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged continued support for Ukraine. BBC journalist Caroline Hawley explains the implications of the warning and what could follow for UK‑Russia relations.
Russia’s ambassador to the United Kingdom has warned of "consequences" after confirmation that British‑made drones were used in recent Ukrainian attacks on Russian infrastructure.
The embassy said London was "deliberately escalating" the Ukraine crisis, citing strikes that targeted oil refineries and large retail warehouses, including those of the online giant WildBerries.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham reaffirmed the UK’s full support for Ukraine and pledged to continue its assistance without change.
BBC journalist Caroline Hawley outlines what is known about Russia’s warning and what it could mean for diplomatic relations.
