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Russian Defense Ministry threatens with 'freezing' of Ukraine

The Russian Ministry of Defense has threatened drone attacks on Ukraine and a 'freezing' in winter. Ukrainian forces responded to this threat.

14 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Russian Ministry of Defense has threatened a 'freezing' of Ukraine during the winter, in connection with the potential for drone attacks on Ukrainian targets.

Ukrainian forces responded to this threat, stating that they would 'warm up' by targeting Russian oil and gas storage facilities. An additional comment from the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense indicated that 'the winter months could be hot for Russia.'

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