Russia warns UK it may seize British property after weapons buy-up
Russia issues new threat towards UK over Ukraine war
- A senior Russian official has threatened to seize more Ukrainian territory and target British property.
- This warning follows the UK's confirmation that it spent over £1 billion from frozen Russian assets on weapons for Ukraine.
- Dmitry Medvedev stated Russia would 'return it in kind' by taking 'Ukrainian land' and property, and suggested seizing 'valuables of the British Crown' if frozen funds are illegally seized.
- The Ministry of Defence confirmed the £1 billion was used to purchase artillery ammunition, air defence missiles, and support contracts for Ukraine's military.
- The UK Government has frozen £25 billion worth of Russian assets since the Ukraine war began, with sanctions collectively depriving Russia of over £297 billion.