Reports indicate that Oleg Ozerov, Russia's appointed ambassador to Moldova, attempted to visit Yevgenia Gutsul, the Governor of Gagauzia who was sentenced to seven years in prison, according to the head of the National Prison Administration.

North Macedonian President Siljanovska-Davkova has received the credentials of the newly appointed Ambassador of the Russian Federation, expressing confidence that the ambassador's diplomatic activities will professionally represent Russian interests.

Gagauzia reportedly writes to Putin, a plan for Transnistria is leaked, the Russian ambassador faces an incident, and drones are reported over Moldova, alongside ongoing protests.

Centre-left opposition Democratic Party (PD) leader Elly Schlein warned that if the Italian government reopens diplomatic channels with Russia, it will distance itself from the rest of the European Union. This comes amid a controversy over Deputy Foreign Minister Edmondo Cirielli's meeting with the Russian ambassador, which Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani dismissed as 'pointless'.

The concentration of NATO forces near Cyprus is contributing to tensions in an already volatile region rather than easing them, Russia’s Ambassador to Cyprus Murat Zyazikov said on Wednesday. His comments came as European warships converged on the Eastern Mediterranean following the drone strike on the British base at Akrotiri on 2 March. France redirected […]

A daily news podcast from HVG covers various Hungarian and international topics, including Péter Magyar's dispute with the Russian ambassador, the reintroduction of fuel price caps, and an Iranian attack on Israel.

Russian Ambassador Yevgeny Stanislavov stated that Russia respects Hungary's sovereignty, responding to Péter Magyar and suggesting that Hungary is unfairly pressured by the European Union.

The Russian ambassador to the UK denied the Kremlin's involvement in Alexei Navalny's death, stating that the poison used could be obtained in London.

Russia’s Ambassador Alexander Bocan-Harchenko told the state TV (RTS) that sanctions would end Serbia-Russia cooperation if official Belgrade decides

Oleg Ozerov, the newly appointed Russian ambassador to Moldova, visited the Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs on March 4 and requested a meeting with its representatives.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has appointed Georgy Mikhna as the new ambassador of Russia to Poland, according to a decree published on the Kremlin's official legal acts portal.

Ion Guzun, a member of Moldova's Supreme Council of Magistracy, explained his abstention from voting on the pardon of Nikolai Shepel in 2022, citing his previous statements regarding the Russian ambassador to Moldova.

Sergey Vadimovich Andreev, the new Russian ambassador to Slovakia, is described as a diplomat with 45 years of experience, but a detailed look at his career reveals him to be a propagandist and provocateur.

The Czech Republic has summoned the Russian ambassador following threats made against Czech companies.

Russian Ambassador Alexander Bocan-Kharchenko held a meeting with Miloš Vučević at the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) headquarters in Belgrade. The details of their discussion were not immediately disclosed.

Economist Šoškić suggests markets may cease reacting to Trump's unfounded statements, while also noting the possibility of a global US-Russia agreement and processes that could 'relativize or relax the situation around NIS'. The Russian Ambassador to Serbia has now expressed belief that Gazprom will soon finalize talks with partners regarding the sale of its stake in NIS.

The trial of Johannes Peterlik is nearing its conclusion, with focus on his meeting with the Russian ambassador, alleged unauthorized request for a classified Skripal report, and accusations of leaking top-secret reports and the Novichok formula, which Peterlik denies.

The Russian Ambassador to Romania, Vladimir Lipaev, stated that Western politicians have forgotten that the atomic bomb is not a toy but a huge responsibility, expressing regret over the current state of affairs.

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 16 - A row over Deputy Foreign Minister Edmondo Cirielli meeting Russian Ambassador Aleksej Vladimirovic Paramonov is "pointless" since Italy has not broken off ties with Moscow, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said Monday. The controversy over Cirielli is "a pointless controversy" because the deputy minister "received an ambassador accredited to the Italian Republic," Tajani said in Brussels. "We have not severed diplomatic relations with the Russian Federation." The meeti...

Slovenia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Russian ambassador to condemn recent Russian attacks on energy infrastructure and residential areas in Ukraine, which resulted in numerous civilian casualties.

The Russian ambassador, Ukrainian money couriers, an imaginary Russian threat, ski masks, and handcuffs in Telex's weekly election newsletter.

The Russian Ambassador responded to a letter from Magyar Péter, stating that Russia respects Hungary's sovereignty and does not interfere in its internal affairs, unlike Brussels. He advised against scaring Hungarians with imaginary Russian threats.

The Russian Ambassador to Great Britain stated for Sky News that Russia is "not neutral" in the war with Iran.

The Russian Ambassador to Belgrade, Aleksandar Bocan-Harchenko, stated today that if Serbia were to impose sanctions on Russia, "sanctions themselves would...

Sergei Andreyev, the new Russian ambassador to Slovakia, criticized the West and warned of a harsh response to security threats during an anniversary of liberation event in Krupina, where some attendees turned their backs on him.

The Russian Ambassador to Bulgaria criticized the country's pre-election campaign before it even began, stating that politicians are trying to please their patrons, which intensifies negativity towards Russia.

Dozens of delegates walked out of Russian ambassador Gennady Gatilov’s speech to the UN conference on disarmament.

Kremlin Mocks European 'Illusions' For Wanting Own Nuclear Umbrella Currently France and Britain are in talks to potentially extend their nuclear arsenals to protect Europe as a defense 'umbrella' - at a moment some officials have questioned the United States commitment to leading NATO. Politico wrote in the aftermath of the Munich Security Conference, "Multiple European countries are publicly backing talks on a homegrown nuclear deterrent to complement American atomic weapons following an erosion of trust in a Donald Trump-led US." Russian Ambassador to the UK Andrey Kelin has issued the Kremlin's reaction to these latest developments, asserting that the British ‘nuclear umbrella’ will fail to provide extra security to other NATO members. Russian Ambassador to the UK Andrey Kelin, via Al Jazeera screenshot. The diplomat's words were captured in an interview with Russian newspaper Izvestia on Tuesday. Kelin described that it is "obvious that the British 'nuclear umbrella' will not be able to provide any additional material security guarantees" to Europe. Moscow meanwhile continues to closely monitor the moves by "states pursuing an overtly anti-Russian policy" - he emphasized. "The possibility of the expansion of nuclear safeguards will be taken into account in our military planning as well as in further discussions of the strategic stability issues," the ambassador added. Kelin then took a swipe at Britain's hawkish stance in the context of the Ukraine war: "The strengthening of such potential apparently instills in London an illusory hope of leadership in ensuring European security," he said. Moscow's growing concerns over British policy is in part related to plans to purchase a dozen F-35 fighter jets from the US, capable of carrying missiles tipped with nuclear warheads. Additionally, when the tiny but outspoken Baltic states - directly on Russia's doorstep - try to tout NATO 'nuclear deterrent' talking points, it seems natural that Moscow would be extremely concerned:  Estonia isn’t ruling out joining early-stage talks on a common nuclear deterrent in Europe, Deputy Defense Minister Tuuli Duneton said in an interview. "We are always open to discuss" with partners, she said, while emphasizing the U.S. was still "committed to providing nuclear deterrence for allied nations." Latvia’s Prime Minister Evika Siliņa echoed that. "Nuclear deterrence can give us new opportunities. Why not?" she said, while cautioning that any steps would have to be in compliance with "our international commitments." NATO top leadership has still signaled no change in direction on the conventional US nuclear umbrella, however. The United States nuclear umbrella, which has protected allies and cut down on the spread of nuclear weapons, is the "ultimate guarantor of freedom" in Europe, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte says. "The ultimate guarantor is the nuclear umbrella from the United States," Rutte… pic.twitter.com/8GCU5oc4O6 February 17, 2026 In the backdrop is the fact that that the landmark New START nuclear treaty between Washington and Moscow has ceased to exist as of this month. Russia is offering that it won't expand its arsenal so long as the US does the same. But this is still dangerous, uncharted territory. Tyler Durden Wed, 02/18/2026 - 04:15

The Czech minister has reportedly summoned the Russian envoy for a diplomatic meeting.

Oleg Ozerov, the agreed Russian Ambassador to Moldova, requested a meeting with former Gagauzia governor Evghenia Guțul in prison. The director of the National Penitentiary Administration, Alexandru Adam, confirmed the request was rejected.

Ana Brnabić, the Speaker of the National Assembly of Serbia, met with Alexander Botsan-Kharchenko, the Russian Ambassador to Serbia, to discuss bilateral relations.

Russia’s ambassador to Cyprus, Murat Zyazikov, refuted suggestions of Cyprus pursuing closer relations with NATO, describing the alliance as 'a relic of a bygone era' and noting 'clear calls' from politicians.

The Russian ambassador to Cyprus stated that EU sanctions have led to an annual revenue loss of over €1 billion for the Cypriot economy due to the lack of Russian tourists, prompting calls from Cypriot businesses for their return.

Italian Deputy Minister Edmondo Cirielli of the Brothers of Italy party met with the Russian ambassador, stating he acted on behalf of the government, which drew criticism from opposition leader Elly Schlein who warned it would distance Italy from the EU.

Italian Deputy Minister Cirielli confirmed his meeting with the Russian ambassador months ago, which the government was reportedly unaware of and which angered Prime Minister Meloni, leading to calls for his resignation from the Democratic Party.

Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár met with the Russian ambassador to discuss peaceful solutions and continued energy cooperation, including gas, oil, and nuclear fuel.

In response to a letter from Péter Magyar, the Russian ambassador to Hungary stated there is no point in scaring Hungarians with fictitious Russian threats, asserting that Russia respects Hungary's sovereignty unlike Brussels.

Saudi minister receives Russian ambassador in Riyadh Arab News

Russia has always been open to supplying crude oil to India, Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov said on Thursday, amid increasing concerns over spiralling prices of petroleum products in view of the West Asia crisis.

To the Russian ambassador’s residence in Kensington Park Gardens to talk to Andrei Kelin about the war in Ukraine and nuclear weapons and whether there is a Russian component to the Epstein scandal.

Vladimir Putin has appointed Georgy Michno, an employee of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as the new Russian ambassador to Poland, replacing Sergey Andreev.

Russian Ambassador to the UN Vasily Nebenzya condemned the military attacks by the US and Israel on Iran, calling them an act of armed aggression that escalates the situation and represents a betrayal of diplomacy.

Four years have passed since the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and there is no end in sight. Russian Ambassador to “N”: Moscow is open for an equal and mutually beneficial dialogue - Η ΝΑΥ