Russian diplomats stationed in the United States have faced threats, a situation described by the Russian Ambassador to the United States, Anatoly Antonov, in a report carried by TASS. The remarks underscore a tense environment around diplomatic work as political events unfold across the Atlantic.
Antonov noted that as the U.S. presidential election cycle intensifies, the ability to operate in the country becomes more difficult. He pointed to episodes of threats of physical violence directed at diplomats and at the ambassador himself, echoing earlier demonstrations that included insults aimed at Russian leaders. These comments were reported by TASS as part of a broader concern about safety and the climate for diplomatic engagement.
He also criticized sanctions imposed for any reason and kept in place even when the initial accusations behind them are not substantiated. The ambassador framed the sanctions as a continuing burden, suggesting that punitive measures persist even when evidence is lacking or when claims prove unproven.
Referencing the 2016 period, Antonov recalled accusations that Russia had cooperated with Donald Trump and the stringent restrictions that followed. He argued that, while the public furor around that episode has faded somewhat, the sanctions associated with it have not been fully withdrawn.
The U.S. presidential electoral process was described as ongoing, with the race appearing as a contest between two major party figures from opposing camps. Coverage from major outlets at the time suggested that the Republican candidate held an advantage in several swing states, a point noted by observers and reported by The New York Times as part of the political landscape surrounding diplomatic discussions. The emphasis in official channels remained on ensuring a stable and predictable diplomatic posture amid a highly contested political environment.
There were references to warnings about potential global consequences linked to the policies associated with Democratic contenders. Reports attributed by the Russian side to remarks from the United States about risks and threats in the context of the political debate indicate a perception that international stability could be affected by domestic U.S. decisions. These claims were reported in assessments attributed to TASS and echoed in subsequent commentary about the international implications of U.S. policy decisions.