Russia has been pushing for the expulsion of its embassy officials from Ukraine due to the threat of war.
According to reports, officials and staff have begun to leave the Russian embassy in Kiev, the capital of Ukraine.
World leaders have warned that sanctions will be imposed on Russia over the issue. Accordingly, several countries, including the United States, announced sanctions on Russia yesterday.
At a press conference at the White House, US President Joe Biden announced that sanctions would be imposed on Russia.
It is noteworthy that this is the first time that the US has imposed sanctions on Russia over Ukraine.
Similarly, Japan, Australia and Canada have announced severe sanctions on Russian companies, banks and individuals.
In this case, US President Joe Biden has ordered an economic embargo on the administration of Russia’s Nortstream 2AG pipeline.