Moscow withdraws UK ambassador as tensions between Britain and Russia mount
- Moscow has withdrawn its UK ambassador as relations between Britain and Russia continue to deteriorate amid Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine.
- Andrey Kelin, who had been in the role for more than seven years, left his post on 21 July.
- According to The Times, Russia is yet to submit another candidate to the Foreign Office and there is reportedly no indication of when a replacement may be appointed.
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- Moscow has withdrawn its UK ambassador as relations between Britain and Russia continue to deteriorate amid Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine.
- Andrey Kelin, who had been in the role for more than seven years, left his post on 21 July.
- According to The Times, Russia is yet to submit another candidate to the Foreign Office and there is reportedly no indication of when a replacement may be appointed.
Sources: The Independent