INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
A diplomatic row erupted between the United States and Russia on Monday over staff numbers allowed at their respective embassies, despite their latest talks aimed at bringing stability to their troubled relationship.
In an interview, Russian Ambassador to Washington Anatoly Antonov, lamented the “expulsion” of Moscow diplomats, saying the United States had become “persistent and creative in this plan” by significantly restricting Russians with three-year visas.
“We have received a list of 24 diplomats who are expected to leave the country before September 3, 2021. Almost all of them will leave without replacements because Washington has tightened visa procedures,” stated in ‘The National Interest’.
State Department spokesman Ned Price described the ambassador’s comments as “inaccurate,” saying the Russians knew their licenses would expire after three years and would be free to apply for an extension. He also cited allegations of a similar incident by Russia without linking the incident in response. He also expressed the appreciation of the American side in the open channels of communication.
With information from France24 English
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