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Ukraine denies 'absurd' Russian claims on nuclear weapons
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on February 24, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 24, 2026
Quick Summary
Ukraine dismissed as absurd a Russian SVR claim that the UK and France plan nuclear transfers to Kyiv. With no evidence provided, Ukraine urges global condemnation of the allegation.
Ukraine rejects 'absurd' Russian allegation over nuclear weapons
Ukraine’s Response to Nuclear Allegation
KYIV, Feb 24 (Reuters) - Ukraine dismissed on Tuesday as "absurd" a Russian claim that Kyiv was trying to obtain nuclear weapons with the help of Britain and France.
Foreign Ministry Statement
"Russian officials, known for their impressive record of lies, are once again trying to fabricate the old "dirty bomb" nonsense," Heorhii Tykhyi, spokesperson for the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry, told Reuters.
Call for International Rejection
"For the record: Ukraine has already denied such absurd Russian claims many times before, and we officially deny them again now. We urge the international community to reject and condemn Russia’s dirty information bombs."
SVR Accusation Against Allies
Earlier, Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR), without providing evidence, accused Britain and France of preparing to secretly supply Ukraine with nuclear weapons parts and technology. Britain and France, both nuclear powers, did not immediately respond to the allegation.
Reporting and Editing Credits
(Reporting by Olena HarmashEditing by Gareth Jones)
Key Takeaways
- •Ukraine denies Russian accusations that it seeks nuclear weapons support from the UK and France.
- •Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi calls the allegation an 'absurd' reprise of past 'dirty bomb' claims.
- •Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) offered no evidence for its assertion.
- •Britain and France, both nuclear powers, had no immediate public response at the time reported.
- •Kyiv urges the international community to reject and condemn the disinformation.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ukraine denies 'absurd' Russian claims on nuclear weapons
1What is the main topic?
Ukraine rejects a Russian intelligence claim that Britain and France plan to help Kyiv obtain nuclear weapons, calling it an unfounded and absurd allegation.
2Who responded on behalf of Ukraine?
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi dismissed the accusation and urged the international community to condemn Russian disinformation.
3Was any evidence provided by Russia?
No. The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) made the allegation without presenting evidence, and the UK and France did not immediately respond.
