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strikeAug 17, 2026

Russia threatens UK with 'consequences' after British drones used by Ukraine

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Russia has threatened to retaliate after British-made drones were used for the first time by Ukraine in strikes against Putin. Moscow’s embassy in London warned the UK would pay a ‘higher price’ if it becomes more involved in the war in eastern Europe.

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  • Luke AlsfordBy Luke Alsford

    Russia has threatened to retaliate after British-made drones were used for the first time by Ukraine in strikes against Putin. Moscow’s embassy in London warned the UK would pay a ‘higher price’ if it becomes more involved in the war in eastern Europe. According to Russian state …

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