Rome, July 9, 2026 (AFP) - Italy expels two Russian diplomats accused of spying: minister

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2026-07-09

Italy on Thursday ordered the expulsion of two accused Russian spies with diplomatic status with its foreign minister condemning "serious and unacceptable acts of interference" by Moscow. The expulsion of the two military attaches came two days after police announced the arrest of two former Italian intelligence agents who media reports said gave Russia secrets on military aid to Ukraine. "The Italian government has decided to expel two military......

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