Burnham vows UK support for Ukraine after Russian threats

Andy Burnham has pledged UK support for Ukraine despite what he called "outrageous threats" from Russia. The remarks follow a Moscow warning of "consequences" over reports that Ukraine used British drones. The Kremlin, via spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, accused Britain of "throwing oil on the fire" and plotting to obstruct progress.

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Burnham vows support for Ukraine despite 'outrageous threats' from Russia

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It comes after Moscow warned of "consequences" over the reported use of British drones by Ukraine.

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BBC Published 24 August 2026

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.

Guardian Published 24 August 2026

Burnham says UK with Ukraine ‘all the way’ despite ‘outrageous threats’ from Russia – Europe live

Coalition of the Willing condemns Russian strikes on Ukraine, pledges to work on ‘constraining Russia’s war chest’ Here’s the full quote from Kremlin’s Peskov , via AFP: “ Britain is methodically and regularly throwing oil on the fire and methodically and regularly plotting schemes to prevent even the slightest progress in the peace process.” Continue reading...

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