The analyst commented on the decision to lower the level of diplomatic relations with Estonia

Olenchenko stressed that it is Tallinn that is "leading the line" to worsen, freeze or reduce relations. 

In addition, the political scientist recalled that the Estonian Foreign Ministry demanded to reduce the number of Russian diplomats in the republic to eight by February 1.

“For us (the Russian side. -

) this causes regret, concern,” the expert said. 

Therefore, as a response, as the analyst noted, it is proposed to lower the level of diplomatic relations.

Earlier it was reported that Russia lowers the level of diplomatic relations with Estonia.

It is noted that this measure is a response to the radical reduction of the composition of the Russian embassy by Tallinn.

The ministry indicated that the Estonian ambassador should leave Russia on February 7.

Also, the Russian Foreign Ministry stressed that the entire responsibility for the development of the situation in relations between the two states lies entirely with the Estonian side.