Published: 21:20, April 25, 2024
Russia may downgrade diplomatic ties with US if assets seized
By Xinhua

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov attends a meeting at the Novo-Ogaryovo State residence outside Moscow, Russia, Oct 16, 2023, to discuss the progress of a military operation, as well as the situation in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. (PHOTO / AP)

MOSCOW - Russia is considering the option of lowering the level of diplomatic relations with the United States if Washington takes practical measures to confiscate its assets, RIA Novosti reported on Thursday, citing Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov.