Moscow warns UK over reports Ukraine using British drones to attack Russia

Russia has warned the UK of “consequences” after reports that Ukraine used British-made drones to strike targets on Russia’s mainland for the first time. Moscow’s embassy said the claims show London is “deliberately opting for an escalation,” accusing Britain of acting by proxy to “inflict maximum damage.” The UK Ministry of Defence rejected the allegation, saying it stands with Ukraine and is committed to supplying equipment to help defend against Russia’s invasion. Russia says it shot down 598 Ukrainian drones over 19 regions, including over the Black Sea, the Azov Sea and Crimea. Kyiv’s long-range drone campaign is also linked to increased air-defence strain.