Russia declares four Austrian diplomats persona non grata

In a written statement from the Ministry, it was recalled that Austria had previously declared 4 Russian diplomats “persona non grata”.

In the statement, in which it is stated that “this is a hostile and unfounded step and that it harms bilateral relations”, it is stated that the Austrian ambassador in Moscow, Werner Almhofer, was summoned to the Ministry for this reason.

In the statement, “4 diplomats working at the Austrian Embassy in Moscow were declared persona non grata on the basis of reciprocity. These diplomats must leave the country by the end of February 23. The ambassador received a note about this.” statements were included.

In the statement, it was stated that the issuance of visas for Russia’s official representatives going to Austria was made difficult and this was contrary to Austria’s obligations regarding international negotiations, noting that this situation “will not remain unfinished”. . (AA)