A former Russian deputy foreign minister has suggested that UK drone manufacturing facilities may become targets of attacks by unidentified actors in response to Britain’s decision to share blueprints for cruise missile components with Ukraine. Andrei Fedorov, a pro-Kremlin commentator, made the remarks during a BBC Newsnight appearance, describing potential incidents affecting factories producing unmanned aerial vehicles for Ukrainian use.
Fedorov attributed pressure on the Russian government to undertake measures against the UK to public opinion polling, journalists, and mass media. When asked to characterize what a “semi-military” response might entail, he referenced possible incidents at defense manufacturing facilities while emphasizing such actions would allegedly originate from “unknown sources” rather than Russia directly.
The comments align with statements made by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, who denounced the UK’s decision to transfer missile blueprint technology. Peskov indicated the Russian military was already compiling intelligence to identify and target any newly established missile production sites. He characterized Britain as an active participant in the conflict supporting Kyiv.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham responded to the criticism by questioning Russia’s original aggression, while reaffirming British commitment to Ukraine. Burnham recently completed his inaugural international trip as prime minister, visiting Kyiv to meet President Volodymyr Zelensky and participate in meetings of the “coalition of the willing.” He announced plans to travel to the United States next month alongside European leaders to engage President Donald Trump regarding Ukraine’s defense requirements, particularly regarding Patriot missile supplies that are depleting due to other regional conflicts.
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