Russia complains to US and Canada about Ukraine protests near embassies
President Vladimir Putin has also faced backlash from his own citizens as anti-war demonstrations have taken place in several Russian cities
Russia voiced safety concerns for diplomatic staffers employed in embassies in the United States and Canada on Monday amid protests near the facilities over its invasion of Ukraine.
During a meeting with U.S. ambassador John Sullivan in Moscow, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov commented on demonstrations outside its embassy in Washington D.C., Reuters reported.
He asked Sullivan to ensure the safety of workers at the facility. Ryabkov also called in Canada's ambassador to Moscow over demonstrations in Ottawa and two other consulates.
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