French ambassador arrives in Russia amid high tensions
Briefly

Nicolas de Riviere, France's newly appointed ambassador to Russia, has arrived in Moscow amidst rising tensions due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. His predecessor, Pierre Levy, departed in August 2024, and since then, diplomatic relations have been strained, with Russia designating France as a hostile entity. The EU's support for Ukraine has also led to criticisms from Russia, highlighting fears that the US might negotiate with Moscow without European or Ukrainian consideration. As several European ambassadors remain unappointed, this situation underscores the complexity of current geopolitical diplomacy.
France's new ambassador to Russia, Nicolas de Riviere, arrived amidst ongoing tensions over Ukraine, succeeding Pierre Levy who left in August 2024.
The EU remains crucial in supporting Kyiv, while concerns grow that the US and Russia might negotiate without European and Ukrainian input, risking interests.
Russia's labeling of France as a hostile European country underlines the geopolitical tensions surrounding the Ukraine conflict and varying international relations.
With several European ambassadors still absent in Russia, the changing dynamics highlight the complexities in diplomatic relations, particularly between Europe and Russia.
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