Russian ambassador to UK leaves post amid increased pressure over support for Ukraine
Russia has withdrawn its ambassador to the United Kingdom, Andrey Kelin, amid continued Kremlin pressure on London over its support for Ukraine.
Russian Ambassador Andrey Kelin has departed from his post in the UK amid heightened tensions over support for Ukraine. The Guardian reported this, citing Ukrinform. Mr. Kelin's name is no longer listed among the "Diplomatic List" on the Russian Embassy's website in the UK, with only Chargé d'Affaires Vasily Tsiganov now occupying senior diplomatic positions.
His departure, after seven years in office, was not met with an announcement of his successor. Tensions have escalated since last week when the Russian Embassy threatened "consequences" following reports of UK drone deliveries to Kyiv. Former British military attaché John Foreman noted that such gaps between ambassador appointments are not uncommon, but the recent "consequences" statement and deteriorating relations since 2018 suggest Moscow may permanently downgrade the relationship.
The Russian Embassy spokesperson stated that Kelin sought to maintain communication but accused the UK of adopting a confrontational stance. Meanwhile, the UK Foreign Office spokesperson emphasized their ongoing support for Ukraine.
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