Moscow calls on West to rein in Kyiv after attacks on military sites

Russia hints at military retaliation and blames US and UK for indirectly enabling Ukraine's strikes.
Text: Óscar Ontañón Docal
Published 2025-06-04

The latest news on Russia and Ukraine. Russia has sharply criticised the United States and the United Kingdom on Wednesday following Ukrainian attacks on strategic bomber bases and infrastructure within Russian territory (Ukraine's Operation Spider's Web).

Citing Western arms support and intelligence sharing, Moscow accused them of indirect involvement and warned military responses are being considered, calling on Washington and London to curb further escalation and prevent what are described as acts of terrorism.

Buenos Aires, Argentina - October 21, 2015: Sergei Ryabkov during the ceremony for opening an exhibition dedicated to the 130th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Russia and Argentina

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