A prominent Russian official has issued a fresh set of threats directed towards the United Kingdom, disclosing specific targets within the UK. Dmitry Rogozin, a senator with a background in warfare, previously serving as deputy premier and head of the space agency, has cautioned that numerous defense-related sites in Britain will be singled out. In a recent warning from Russia, Rogozin has unveiled a map pinpointing 23 defense installations, encompassing military and industrial sites spread across all four regions of the UK.
The map shared by Rogozin was derived from the UK government’s document ‘Defence Industrial Strategy 2025: Making Defence an Engine for Growth’. This threat comes following remarks made by former British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace, who advocated for rendering Crimea inhospitable and economically unsustainable from a Russian perspective.
Rogozin reacted to Wallace’s statements by unveiling the map, emphasizing the need for Ukraine to strategically impact Crimea without direct invasion. He highlighted the importance of Ukraine acquiring long-range capabilities to make Crimea unlivable, echoing the sentiment to suffocate the region. Additionally, Rogozin advised Russian oligarchs against sending their children to study in England, citing perceived risks.
A propagandist named Solovyov, known for scripted television rants aligned with the Kremlin, echoed Rogozin’s message by emphasizing potential British targets for destruction. He voiced strong opinions against Wallace, labeling him negatively and threatening to deploy Russia’s Poseidon underwater nuclear drone on Britain.
Solovyov’s aggressive tone continued, accusing Wallace of instigating trouble and disregarding the lives and perspectives of Crimeans. The presenter disparaged Wallace’s political career ambitions, referencing his past aspirations to lead NATO and alleged dismissals from influential figures.
The escalation in tensions coincided with a threat from Russian state television of a potential terrorist operation targeting a Second World War shipwreck laden with explosives in the Thames estuary. The intended strike was purportedly a retaliatory measure against British involvement in disrupting Kremlin oil refineries in Ukraine.
The historian Dr. Andrey Sidorov highlighted the dangers posed by the explosives on the shipwreck, emphasizing the potential catastrophic consequences of detonating it. Sidorov’s remarks hinted at the possibility of targeting the shipwreck as a strategic move, albeit with a disclaimer against accusations of terrorism.
These developments underscore the escalating geopolitical tensions between Russia and the UK, with threats and counter-threats being exchanged through official channels and media platforms. The situation remains fluid, with the potential for further escalations and responses on both sides in the near future.
