Russia Expels British Diplomat Accused of Espionage, Issues Warning to UK

Russia expelled a British diplomat accused of being an undeclared intelligence officer, ordering him to leave within two weeks. The Russian Foreign Ministry summoned Britain's charge d'affaires to formally protest and warned of a decisive reciprocal response if tensions escalate. This action occurs amid ongoing mutual espionage accusations between Russia and Western countries, with Russia alleging increased intelligence activities by Western agencies, which Western officials deny. Protests against Britain were also reported outside the Russian foreign ministry.