UK PM Burnham vows support for Ukraine despite 'outrageous threats' from Russia
It comes after Moscow warned of "consequences" over the reported use of British drones by Ukraine.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"This is the moment to keep up the pressure on Russia, the moment to squeeze their ability to fund this illegal war."
— Andy Burnham , Politician
"Britain is involved in this war on the side of the Kyiv regime. Britain methodically and regularly adds fuel to the fire."
— Dmitry Peskov , Politician
"Who started the fire? That's the question, isn't it?"
— Andy Burnham , Politician
Key People
Andy Burnham is the chief minister of Jersey and a prominent Labour Party figure.
Kremlin spokesperson, commenting on the role of European mediators in negotiations.
Emmanuel Macron is the President of France.
German Chancellor.
President of Ukraine who attended a summit in Yerevan.
Locations
All Coverage
It comes after Moscow warned of "consequences" over the reported use of British drones by Ukraine.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
UK's Burnham to visit Ukraine with plan to support long-range missile production - Reuters
UK's Burnham to visit Ukraine with plan to support long-range missile production Reuters
August 23, 2026 at 11:06 PMKremlin says British missile help for Ukraine 'adds fuel to the fire' - Reuters
Kremlin says British missile help for Ukraine 'adds fuel to the fire' Reuters
August 24, 2026 at 09:58 AMUK drone factories may face attacks from 'unknown sources', says Kremlin adviser
The comments on BBC Newsnight come after the UK announced it has agreed to hand over blueprints for British-made missile components to Ukraine.
August 25, 2026 at 04:06 AMRussia says it could strike UK military targets in response to Kyiv's use of British missiles - Reuters
Russia says it could strike UK military targets in response to Kyiv's use of British missiles Reuters
August 27, 2026 at 10:52 AMPM Burnham says UK must be 'bolder' in seeking closer EU ties - Reuters
PM Burnham says UK must be 'bolder' in seeking closer EU ties Reuters
August 24, 2026 at 07:28 AMKremlin rebukes Finland's Stubb over his support for long-range Ukrainian strikes on Russia - Reuters
Kremlin rebukes Finland's Stubb over his support for long-range Ukrainian strikes on Russia Reuters
August 25, 2026 at 10:33 AM