WorldIN BRIEF: Situation around Hungary’s expulsion of 10 Russian diplomats
Hungary is expelling 10 employees of Russia’s embassy in Budapest, saying their activities are incompatible with diplomatic status and that the move protects Hungary’s security and sovereignty. Budapest says it will not sever relations. Moscow has promised a response, which Maria Zakharova called “harsh and painful.”
IN BRIEF: Situation around Hungary’s expulsion of 10 Russian diplomats