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Ukraine's Drone Strikes Escalate Tensions with Russia

6/6/2025

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Ukraine's daring drone strikes on Russian airbases, some housing nuclear-capable bombers, have heightened fears of a global conflict. In response, Russia's ambassador accused the UK of supporting Ukraine and labeled the British Council as an "undesirable organization," further straining the already fragile ties between the UK and Russia amidst escalating hostilities.

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Ukraine's daring drone strikes on Russian airbases, some housing nuclear-capable bombers, have heightened fears of a global conflict. In response, Russia's ambassador accused the UK of supporting Ukraine and labeled the British Council as an "undesirable organization," further straining the already fragile ties between the UK and Russia amidst escalating hostilities.