Russia withdraws ambassador to UK as Kremlin raises pressure over Ukraine support
Embassy in London says Andrey Kelin left last month after seven years in diplomatic post
TL;DR
- Russia's ambassador to the UK, Andrey Kelin, has withdrawn after a seven-year tenure.
- The Russian embassy attributes the severe deterioration of bilateral relations to London's 'path of confrontation' and support for Ukraine.
- Tensions have increased following reports of Britain supplying attack drones to Ukraine, with Russia warning of 'consequences.'
- The embassy stated that Kelin's departure was an effort to restore constructive dialogue should the UK reconsider its policies.
- The UK's Foreign Office maintains its support for Ukraine and engagement with Russia through its ambassador in Moscow.