Russian lawmakers on February 16 supported the country's withdrawal from 21 conventions of the Council of Europe, in accordance with Moscow's decision last March to leave the Strasbourg-based human rights watchdog. Deputy Foreign Minister Aleksandr Grushko said at the session of the State Duma that Russia will remain party to the Council of Europe conventions on combatting terrorism unless attempts are made to discriminate against it. Russia's departure from the body preempted the country's expulsion following its invasion of Ukraine. To read the original story by TASS, click here.
Duma Lawmakers Back Russia's Exit From Council Of Europe Conventions
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko (file photo)