UK To Supply Ukraine With MLRSs Despite Putins Warning - Defense Ministry

The United Kingdom will provide Ukraine with US-made long-range M270 multiple-launch rocket systems (MLRS) despite Moscow's warning to third states against any such supplies, UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said on Monday.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Sunday that Moscow will reconsider its refraining from striking "those objects that have not been hit yet" if Ukraine receives long-range missiles from abroad capable of reaching Russian territory.

"The UK will give multiple-launch rocket systems to Ukraine to help the country defend itself against Russian aggression," the UK defense ministry said.

MLRS can strike targets up to 80 kilometers (50 miles) away with precision guided rockets, according to the statement.