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Politics · 1 September 2026

UK pledges ironclad commitment to Germany after Russia blamed for attempted drone attack

UK pledges ironclad commitment to Germany after Russia blamed for attempted drone attack

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The UK said it won't be swayed by Russia and remains fully behind Germany in supporting Ukraine against invasion. UK officials called the attack 'egregious and reckless', saying Britain's commitment to defending Ukraine is unwavering. German government measures against the attack show that any such aggression will face a clear, firm response, the UK said.

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