UK revokes accreditation of two Russian diplomats

The UK has revoked the accreditation of a Russian diplomat and a diplomatic spouse in response to Russia expelling two British officials accused of spying. This action is part of ongoing diplomatic tensions between the two countries. The UK Foreign Office stated that Russia's accusations are baseless and part of a campaign to harass British diplomats. The UK has faced multiple expulsions of its diplomats from Russia since the invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The latest developments follow a series of reciprocal expulsions, with the UK emphasizing the importance of maintaining diplomatic communication despite strained relations.