Downing Street has rejected Russia’s claim that an expelled British diplomat in Moscow was a spy, calling the allegations “baseless.” The diplomat, named Edward Wilkes by the Russian FSB security service, was accused of providing false information upon entering Russia, a claim disputed by the UK Foreign Office. Ukraine is currently withdrawing faulty mortar shells from the frontline after multiple reports of misfires, with approximately 100,000 defective rounds being recalled. Russian forces have been advancing in Ukraine at a rapid pace, capturing territory at the fastest rate since the 2022 invasion. The war in Ukraine is intensifying, with Russian drone attacks injuring civilians and infrastructure in Kyiv. Ukraine is seeking weapons aid from South Korea, with a delegation led by Defence Minister Rustem Umerov visiting Seoul. President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russia obtained Shahed drones by circumventing international sanctions, highlighting the need for stronger enforcement. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine continues to escalate, with both sides facing high casualties and widespread destruction. Your support helps The Independent continue to report on critical global events like these.
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Kyiv recalls faulty shells amid UK denial of spying claims against British diplomat in Ukraine-Russia conflict
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