Anatoly Antonov, who has served as Russia's ambassador to the United States since August 2017, has been relieved of his duties following a decree signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday.
During his seven-year tenure, Antonov navigated a complex period in Russia-U.S. relations, marked by diplomatic challenges and evolving international dynamics. His departure signals a potential shift in Moscow's diplomatic approach to Washington.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov announced that the appointment of a new ambassador will not be influenced by the upcoming U.S. presidential elections. \"A new ambassador will be appointed promptly,\" Peskov stated, according to Russian media reports.
The swift replacement aims to maintain steady diplomatic channels between the two nations amid global attention on their interactions. Observers are watching closely to see how this change may impact future dialogues on key issues affecting both countries and the broader international community.
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Russian ambassador to U.S. relieved of duties after Putin signs decree
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