Russia has accused the British government of forcing out its diplomats in violation of international law, saying it believes some of the country’s politicians have taken a strategic decision to worsen relations with Moscow.
In a series of statements and interviews this week, the Russian embassy in London and its ambassador, Alexander Yakovenko, have accused the British government of trying to “degrade” their work by “squeezing out” four Russian diplomats.
The embassy has also raised concerns about what it says is “political or psychological pressure” being applied to Russian nationals visiting Britain by border officials, complaining that London’s behaviour is confrontational and …read more
Source: Daily News & Analysis
