In a continued escalation of diplomatic tensions, Russia has formally expelled a British diplomat, accusing the official of espionage and covert intelligence gathering. The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the decision, citing the discovery of an "undeclared intelligence presence" within the country.
According to the FSB, the British envoy provided fraudulent personal information to Russian authorities. Furthermore, the security agency alleges that the diplomat actively attempted to collect sensitive information regarding the Russian economy under the guise of informal meetings.
As a direct consequence of these allegations, Moscow has officially revoked the diplomat's accreditation. The individual has been issued a strict ultimatum to depart the Russian Federation within two weeks.
This latest expulsion underscores the deteriorating relationship between Moscow and London, echoing recent diplomatic clashes. Earlier in January, Russia expelled another British diplomat, branding him an undercover intelligence operative and leveling similar espionage charges. In response to that move, the United Kingdom retaliated by expelling a Russian diplomat from London, highlighting an ongoing tit-for-tat dynamic between the two nations.
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