Russia says it could strike UK military targets in response to Ukrainian strikes using British missiles

In Russia on 27 August 2026, Russia said it could strike UK military targets in response to Ukrainian strikes using British missiles. Zakharova said Russia's response could target any British military facilities, and threatened strikes beyond Ukraine. The Russian Foreign Ministry warned London of a response, and Russia warned of ‘catastrophic consequences’ and, in another report, of ‘unpredictable consequences’ for Britain and France.

The Kremlin denied any intent to attack NATO. The Wall Street Journal reported that CIA head John Ratcliffe warned Putin in Russia not to attack NATO countries.