UKNoticeOfficial ✓July 9, 2026· GOV.UK
Behind every missile and drone is a conscious decision by Russia to bring its war deeper into Ukrainian cities: UK statement at the UN Security Council
What happened
Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, delivered a statement at the UN Security Council meeting concerning Ukraine. The statement highlighted that Russia's use of missiles and drones represents a conscious decision to extend its war further into Ukrainian cities.
Why it matters
This statement publicly articulates the UK's position on Russia's military tactics in Ukraine at an international forum. It emphasizes the deliberate nature of Russia's actions in urban areas.
Who it affects
- ›Russia's military operations
- ›Ukrainian cities and their inhabitants
Receipts
The receipts are official. The summary is ours.
Read on GOV.UK ↗Summaries are generated from the official text and may simplify or omit nuance. The official document is the source of truth.
More from UK
UKBillOfficial ✓
Reforms to welfare system set to save £1.9 billion by the end of 2030/31GOV.UK·Sep 11, 2026
UKNoticeOfficial ✓
The United Kingdom strongly condemns the Houthis’ decision to resume conflict in Yemen and their continued strikes on Saudi Arabia: UK statement at the UN Security CouncilGOV.UK·Sep 10, 2026
UKNoticeOfficial ✓
A negotiated settlement is the only long-term solution to the threat posed by Iran’s nuclear programme: UK statement at the UN Security CouncilGOV.UK·Sep 10, 2026