Russian Accuses the UK of Spying

Russia has revoked the accreditation of six British diplomats over spying claims

Six British diplomats have been accused of spying by the Russian government, and their accreditation has been revoked as a result.

The Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement that the diplomats were engaged in "activities incompatible with their diplomatic status" and that they had been declared "persona non grata." The ministry did not provide any specific details about the alleged spying activities.

The British government has denied the accusations, saying that the diplomats were carrying out their duties in a "professional and responsible manner." The UK Foreign Office said in a statement that it "completely rejects" the Russian claims and that it is "deeply concerned" by the decision to expel the diplomats.

The expulsions come at a time of heightened tensions between Russia and the UK. The two countries have been at odds over a number of issues, including the poisoning of former Russian spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter in the UK in 2018. The UK has also been critical of Russia's annexation of Crimea and its support for the separatists in eastern Ukraine.

The expulsion of the diplomats is likely to further strain relations between Russia and the UK. It is unclear what the next steps will be in this diplomatic spat, but it is clear that tensions between the two countries are likely to remain high.