Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kremlin threatens UK over Kyiv’s ‘use of British drones’ in record attacks

Key Points:

• Russia has threatened the UK with unspecified consequences after accusing Ukraine of using British-made drones to carry out record drone attacks deep inside Russian territory, including strikes on military and industrial targets near Moscow.
• The UK Ministry of Defence responded by affirming its solidarity with Ukraine, stating Britain stands "shoulder to shoulder" with Kyiv against Russian aggression and is committed to supplying Ukraine with necessary defensive equipment.
• A major drone swarm of over 600 drones targeted the Moscow region overnight, with Russian authorities claiming to have shot down 180 drones; attacks hit warehouses of the Russian e-commerce company Wildberries, causing injuries and property damage.
• Reports reveal Russia has expanded secret bases equipped with launch rails for long-range suicide drones capable of reaching NATO territory, raising concerns among NATO allies about potential drone incursions beyond Ukraine.
• In related developments, Russia's top economist was fired after comparing the current Russian economy to the 1917 revolution, highlighting economic challenges exacerbated by the ongoing war and Western sanctions.