Photo“In Belgium, the situation is a bit more complex than in other countries, because of the international institutions located in Brussels,” Mr. Leyts said. Unlike with expulsions in Soviet times, the Russians no longer have Eastern European allies who can carry on the work for them, particularly in Britain. Sign Up You agree to receive occasional updates and special offers for The New York Times's products and services. Marek W. was arrested on Friday and, if found guilty, could serve up to 10 years in prison. Europe is heavily dependent on Russian gas imports, and Poland has been trying to diversify that supply — a delicate issue for both countries.

Source: New York Times March 26, 2018 15:18 UTC