Russia's envoy levies accusations against the Foreign Ministry

In a series of statements, Russian Ambassador to Germany, Sergei Nechaev, has expressed concern over the politicization of the Alexei Navalny case and Germany's refusal to cooperate in the investigation.

Nechaev reiterated his earlier point that the case is being politicized by politicians, not experts. He questioned the sincerity of Germany's interest in solving the Navalny case, as they are not collaborating practically with Russia.

The ambassador accused the German Foreign Office of bias and a lack of transparency regarding the case. He demanded that the German authorities lay their cards on the table, and emphasized the importance of avoiding mutual accusations, ultimatums, and threats in the German-Russian relationship.

Nechaev also dismissed the claim that Navalny was poisoned in Siberia as implausible. He expressed confusion over Germany's refusal to comply with four Russian requests for legal assistance in the case.

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas (SPD) called on Russia to cooperate in the investigation, but was accused by Nechaev of making "absurd accusations." The ambassador further accused German politicians of crossing "red lines" by making accusations against Russia.

Nechaev's statements may indicate a shift in Russia's diplomatic approach towards Germany, with a focus on pressing for practical cooperation in the Navalny case. They may also signal a potential escalation in the diplomatic standoff between Germany and Russia over the Navalny case.

The ambassador also expressed concern about the anti-Russian rhetoric of some German politicians and members of parliament, which he believes crosses all "red lines." He stated that the positive potential of German-Russian relations should be handled more carefully.

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Sergei Nechaev emphasized the importance of practical cooperation between Germany and Russia in resolving the Navalny case. His statements may indicate a deterioration in the diplomatic relationship between the two countries over the Navalny case. However, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold in the coming days.