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strikeAug 17, 2026

Russia threatens consequences over ‘use of UK drones in Ukraine deep strikes’

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Russia threatens consequences over ‘use of UK drones in Ukraine deep strikes’

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  • currentsapi-gapfill(Mixed)By Helen Corbett

    Russia threatens consequences over ‘use of UK drones in Ukraine deep strikes’ Kyiv has stepped up its attacks on Russia this year. Moscow has threatened the UK with “consequences” after reports that British drones have been used to strike targets on Russia’s mainland for the firs…

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