Archive · 6 Jun 2025
Russia Declares British Council 'Undesirable' Over UK Ties
Russia has declared the British Council, a UK organization promoting cultural and educational programs, as 'undesirable'.
Russia says the Council is closely linked to the UK government and may be involved in secret activities to hurt other countries.
The Russian government accuses the Council of actions that go against its interests, including undermining its influence.
The British Council has not yet responded to these accusations.
Russia designated the British Council as an 'undesirable organization'.
The Prosecutor General's Office stated the British Council aligns with UK government priorities.
The British Council previously halted operations in Russia in 2018.
Maria Zakharova accused the British Council of subversive activities.
The British Council has not yet commented on the designation.
- Who
- British Council and Russian Government
- What
- Russia designated the British Council as an 'undesirable organization'.
- When
- June 6, 2025
- Where
- Russia
- Why
- Russia accuses the British Council of being used for subversive activities by UK intelligence and of coordinating with the UK's hostile stance towards Russia.
British Council
Russian Government
Accusations
British Council
N/A
Russian Government
The British Council is being used by UK intelligence services for covert operations aimed at eroding the sovereignty of independent countries.
- Date
- June 6, 2025
- Entity
- British Council
- Action
- Designated 'Undesirable'
- Accusation
- Subversive Activities
- Accuser
- Russian Government
- Funding Source
- UK Foreign Office
