A Russian man with diplomatic immunity who was squatting for several days on the site where Moscow wanted to build a new embassy in Canberra has left after Australia’s high court dismissed Russia’s attempt to temporarily hold on to the property near the Australian parliament. The man refused to comment to journalists as he left the site in a van with diplomatic license plates on June 26. Australian lawmakers passed legislation banning Russia from constructing its new embassy near parliament following intelligence service warnings about possible security threats. To read the original story by RFE/RL's Russian Service, click here.
Russian Squatter Leaves Site Near Australian Parliament Following High Court's Decision
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