By Daniel McConnellThe Government looks set to expel a number of Russian diplomats as a “show of solidarity” with the UK, Government sources have said. Some suggestions indicate that the Government could demand the departure of just one Russian diplomat, but this was not confirmed. “Simon Coveney will bring a recommendation to Cabinet on Tuesday following a review and then the Cabinet will approve it. His spokesperson said the assessment of alleged Russian activities in Ireland – being conducted by a high-level group – was “ongoing”. Sources said on Sunday that given the Taoiseach’s prominence in leading with this issue at the European Council in Brussels, it is highly likely that at least one Russian diplomat will be expelled tomorrow.

Source: Evening echo March 26, 2018 18:45 UTC