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Ukraine dam blast - result of Russian invasion - UK minister

Ukraine dam blast - result of Russian invasion - UK minister
06.06.2023 14:30
British Foreign Secretary James Cleverlysaid it was too early to give a meaningful assessment of the details behind the destruction of a dam in southern Ukraine, but that it had happened because of Russia’s invasion, reported from Reuters.

On a visit to Ukraine, Cleverly reaffirmed London’s support for how Kyiv defends itself against the Russian invasion and said Britain would continue to help provide Ukraine with the weaponry it needs.

Speaking to Reuters in Hrebelky, east of Kyiv, Cleverly said he had heard reports of an explosion at the Kakhovka dam in a Russian controlled-part of southern Ukraine. Ukraine and Russia traded blame, saying it was an intentional attack by the other’s forces.

"I’ve heard reports of the explosion on the dam and the risk of flooding. It’s too early to make any kind of meaningful assessment of the details," Cleverly told Reuters after watching demining efforts in Hrebelky and also taking part.

"But it’s worth remembering that the only reason this is an issue at all is because of Russia’s unprovoked full-scale invasion of Ukraine."

"We’ll continue to assess the developing situation, but the best thing Russia could do now is withdraw their troops immediately,” he said.





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