U.S. Says It Is Expelling 12 Russian Diplomats For Espionage

The transcript discusses the expulsion of twelve Russian diplomats from the UN by the US, labeling them as intelligence operatives. The Russian ambassador to the UN criticized this as a hostile action, while the US justified it as a response to espionage activities. The situation follows previous diplomatic expulsions between the US and Russia. Additionally, the US has authorized the voluntary departure of embassy staff in Moscow and is relocating its embassy in Minsk to Lithuania. These events occur amid ongoing military actions and stalled peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.

What action did the US take against twelve Russian diplomats at the UN?

• They were promoted.

• They were given awards.

• They were relocated to another country.

• They were expelled.

How did the Russian ambassador to the UN describe the US action?

• As a friendly gesture.

• As a routine procedure.

• As a hostile action.

• As a misunderstanding.

What was the White House's justification for the expulsion of Russian diplomats?

• To improve diplomatic relations.

• To comply with international law.

• To reduce embassy staff.

• To respond to espionage activities.

What recent action has the US taken regarding its embassy staff in Moscow?

• Increased staff numbers.

• Moved the embassy to another city.

• Authorized voluntary departures.

• Closed the embassy.

Where is the US embassy in Minsk being relocated to?

• Poland

• Latvia

• Lithuania

• Estonia