UK ministers to brief defence companies, infrastructure providers on Russia threats

British ministers will brief defence companies and providers of critical national infrastructure on the threat posed by Russia, as stated by the government on Friday. This comes amid growing concerns about potential sabotage operations and cyberattacks. Dan Jarvis, the security minister, will meet with industry bodies representing national infrastructure providers, while Louise Sandher-Jones, the armed forces minister, will engage with defence firms' industry representatives. The UK's Cabinet Office emphasized that Russia poses a significant threat to the UK and its global interests. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Andy Burnham recently accused Russia of spreading disinformation through various means, which Russia denied, stating it was an attempt to fuel anti-Russian sentiment. Poland has also raised concerns over sabotage, citing a fire at a Starlink station that could have disrupted internet services for Ukraine's military operations.