Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned of consequences for the UK, citing its support for Ukraine and alleged involvement in strikes on Russian territory.
Key facts
- •Sergei Lavrov stated that Russia considers British involvement in missile strikes on Russia as participation in the war.
- •British Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged that London will continue to support Ukraine 100%.
- •The Russian Embassy in the UK accused London of deliberately opting for escalation while professing a desire for peace.
- •The Russian Embassy warned that increased support for Kyiv will result in a higher price for the UK.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has issued a warning to the United Kingdom regarding its support for Ukraine. Lavrov stated that Russia views the UK's involvement in missile strikes on Russian territory as direct participation in the war, carrying unspecified consequences.
Statements on UK Involvement
Lavrov’s comments followed a pledge from British Prime Minister Andy Burnham to support Ukraine. Burnham stated that London will continue to support Ukraine 100% and remain by its side, noting that this policy will not change. Lavrov remarked that he feels sorry for Britain if it intends to stand with Ukraine until the end.
Russian Embassy Position
The Embassy of the Russian Federation to the United Kingdom also released a statement regarding the use of British-made drones in strikes on Russian territory. The embassy claimed these reports confirm that London is choosing to escalate the crisis. The embassy further warned that the deeper the UK's involvement in the conflict, the higher the price it will pay.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Ukrainska Pravda (English).
