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UK Revokes Russian Diplomat's Accreditation Amid Espionage Row

3/13/2025

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In a tit-for-tat move, the UK has revoked the accreditation of a Russian diplomat and their spouse after Russia expelled two British officials over espionage allegations. The UK Foreign Office condemned Russia's ongoing harassment of its diplomats, stressing the importance of maintaining diplomatic channels amid rising tensions stemming from the invasion of Ukraine.

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In a tit-for-tat move, the UK has revoked the accreditation of a Russian diplomat and their spouse after Russia expelled two British officials over espionage allegations. The UK Foreign Office condemned Russia's ongoing harassment of its diplomats, stressing the importance of maintaining diplomatic channels amid rising tensions stemming from the invasion of Ukraine.