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Russia Condemns Denmark's Support for Ukrainian Defense Efforts
9/13/2025
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- Russia condemned Denmark's hosting of Ukrainian defense company Fire Point for missile fuel production, calling it a provocation.
- Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated this escalates conflict and undermines diplomacy.
- The facility's proximity to Skrydstrup Air Base, home to Denmark's F-16 jets, raises concerns about direct support for Ukraine.
- Denmark has pledged 67.6 billion Danish crowns ($10.6 billion) in military aid to Ukraine since 2022.
- Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen reaffirmed support for Ukraine, rejecting Russian claims of heightened security threats.
