The war between Russia and Ukraine continues to draw in international attention and involvement.
Recent events have further escalated tensions, with Russia accusing the United Kingdom of direct participation in the conflict.
The accusations come after Ukraine used British-supplied Storm Shadow missiles to strike targets inside Russian territory, according to L'Independent.
Russian Ambassador to London Andrei Kelin spoke out against the UK’s role in the conflict during an interview with Sky News.
They Feel Betrayed
He alleged that the use of these long-range missiles could not have been possible without the support of NATO or British personnel.
"Absolutely, the United Kingdom is now directly involved in this war," Kelin stated.
He added that the Russian government feels betrayed, claiming the weapons were only to be used within Ukraine’s borders.
"We have been deceived," Kelin said.
The UK government has not officially responded to these allegations. However, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer dismissed the ambassador’s remarks.
The spokesperson stated that the UK will not be discouraged by accusations from Russian officials or President Vladimir Putin, whom they accused of pursuing destruction over peace.
The United Kingdom remains one of the strongest supporters of Ukraine’s defense. It has supplied advanced weapons such as Storm Shadow missiles and trained Ukrainian soldiers on British soil.
Despite this significant involvement, the UK has consistently stated that it does not plan to send British troops to fight on the ground in Ukraine.
The Storm Shadow missile strikes represent a significant shift in Ukraine’s ability to target Russian-held territory.
These long-range weapons have allowed Ukraine to hit areas previously considered out of reach, causing alarm in Moscow.
Russian officials argue that this deepens Western involvement in the war and increases the risk of a broader conflict.
