Russia· Sergei LavrovRussia-Latvia diplomatic protest over consulate staff dismissal
Russia summoned Latvia's Chargé d'Affaires to protest Latvia's demand to dismiss all social security department staff at the Russian Embassy's consular section.
Background
Relations between Russia and Latvia have been strained since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Latvia, a NATO and EU member, has strongly condemned Russia's actions, leading to a deterioration in diplomatic ties and increased tensions between the two neighboring countries.
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Sergei Lavrov
Minister of Foreign Affairs · Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs · Russia
on Russia-Latvia diplomatic protest over consulate staff dismissal
Condemns Latvia's Dismissal: Sergei Lavrov strongly condemns Latvia's demand to dismiss Russian consulate staff, viewing it as a violation of agreements and a threat to Russian military pensioners' social security.
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