According to TASS with reference to the Russian diplomatic mission, Bulgaria is expelling Russia's Minister-Counselor, Consuls General in Varna and Ruse, and the director of the cultural and information center.

Also, all diplomats and technical staff will be expelled from the Russian Consulate General in the city of Ruse in Bulgaria.

The embassy noted that the Russian Consulate General in Varna was practically left without employees due to the expulsion of diplomats.

Earlier it became known that Bulgaria was expelling 70 Russian diplomats and technical staff of the Russian embassy.

The Russian Foreign Ministry has already announced its readiness to respond to this decision.