Russian Diplomat Squats on Site of Vetoed Canberra Embassy, Defying Australia

A suspected Russian diplomat is occupying a site in Canberra where Moscow planned to build a new embassy until Australia canceled the lease.
The Australian government passed a law blocking Russia from using the site, citing security risks from its proximity to government buildings.
Russia says it will challenge Australia's decision in the country's High Court.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the man posed no threat, dismissing him as “some bloke standing on a bit of grass.”
The standoff reflects increasing tensions between Australia and Russia, which has threatened retaliation over Australia's support for Ukraine.