Rusia declară „persona non grata” un diplomat român

Russia declared a Romanian embassy employee in Moscow as 'persona non grata' in response to Romania expelling a Russian diplomat. This decision follows escalating tensions between the two countries due to drone incidents in Romanian airspace. The Romanian Defense Ministry reported downing three drones identified as Russian in late July. Moscow denied involvement in these incidents and criticized Romania's actions as unfounded. The diplomatic exchange reflects a further deterioration in relations amid ongoing conflicts related to the war in Ukraine.