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British parts found in Russian drones, Zelensky says

4 hours ago
  • #Russia-Ukraine war
  • #Sanctions
  • #Military technology
  • British microcomputers found in Russian drones and missiles used in Ukraine attacks.
  • Zelensky calls for more sanctions after identifying parts from allied countries in Russian weapons.
  • UK government has banned exports of thousands of goods to Russia and imposed severe sanctions.
  • Non-compliance with sanctions could lead to financial penalties or criminal prosecution.
  • Over £20bn of UK trade with Russia is now under sanctions.
  • Zelensky emphasizes the need to shut down schemes circumventing sanctions.
  • Components from China, Taiwan, and the Netherlands also found in Russian weapons.
  • Four family members killed in a Russian strike in Lapaivka.
  • Russia has become the most-sanctioned nation since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
  • Russia's economy is showing signs of strain, with warnings of a potential recession.