Moscow Blasts Bulgaria's Decision to Expel Russian Diplomats, Vows to Retaliate - Sputnik International

Bulgaria announced on Wednesday that it had moved to expel two Russian diplomats, claiming they could be involved in spying activities in the Balkan country.

Moscow has expressed regret over Bulgaria's decision to declare two Russian diplomats from the trade promotion office "personas non grata", promising to follow up with details on retaliatory measures, the Russian foreign ministry said in a statement.
    "We view this as an intentional attempt to harm the constructive Russia-Bulgarian cooperation," the statement reads.
On Wednesday, Bulgaria announced it was expelling two Russian diplomats who prosecutors say could be involved in spying, giving them 72 hours to leave the Balkan country.