In July 2023, Andrey Kelin left his position as the Russian ambassador to the UK after more than seven years. His departure followed heightened tensions between Russia and the UK, particularly due to the use of British drones by Ukraine. The Russian embassy expressed concerns about the UK's confrontational stance, and no successor has been appointed, raising fears of a diplomatic communication breakdown.
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