Austria's foreign ministry said it was expelling four Russian diplomats based in Vienna over activities it described as incompatible with their diplomatic status, a phrase usually used for spying. The ministry said the decision followed findings by security authorities but gave no further details. The move comes as Vienna steps up its crackdown on suspected Russian spies.
WHO:Austria's foreign ministry
WHAT:Said it was expelling four Vienna-based Russian diplomats.
WHEN:Oct 23, 2026
WHERE:Vienna, Austria
WHY:The ministry said the expulsions were based on findings by security authorities.
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