UK Expels Russian Defence Attaché Amidst Escalating Tensions
Britain intensifies security measures against Russia, citing espionage and sabotage activities across Europe.
- Home Secretary James Cleverly announces expulsion of Russian defence attaché and revokes diplomatic status of key properties.
- Measures include new visa restrictions and reduced residency durations for Russian diplomats in the UK.
- UK government responds to a pattern of malign activities by Russia, including espionage and attempts to disrupt military aid to Ukraine.
- Labour Party expresses strong bipartisan support for the government's actions against Russia.
- Russia vows to retaliate against UK's sanctions, dismissing accusations as baseless.