Moscow on Friday announced retaliatory measures against the US State Department’s decision to expel 35 Russian diplomats and close two compounds used by Russian intelligence operatives.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said at least 35 US diplomats will be expelled from the country, Russian news agencies reported. They include 31 diplomats based in Moscow and 4 others working at the US consulate in St. Petersburg.
US diplomats will also be banned from entering a dacha and warehouse in Moscow, Lavrov added. The measures are expected to be approved by Russian President Vladimir Putin.
“We cannot leave such actions without a response. Reciprocity is …read more
Source: Daily News Egypt
