Council of Baltic States expels Russia, punishes Belarus

The members of the Council of the Baltic Sea States (CBSS) have decided to suspend Russia from further participation in the Council's activities, SİA informs, citing the website of the Norwegian government.

"It is deeply regrettable that Russia has created a situation where we, the other 11 members, no longer find it possible to maintain cooperation with Russia within the framework of the CBSS," said Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt, who is currently leading the CBSS cooperation.

The suspension of Russia will remain in force until it is possible to resume cooperation based on respect for fundamental principles of international law. Ukraine and Belarus are both among the countries that have observer status on the Council. Belarus is now being suspended from participating in CBSS activities.

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