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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
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Sarah Martin and Paul Karp

Latvia urges Australia to support designating Russia as state sponsor of terrorism

Latvian foreign minister Edgars Rinkēvičs, right, and Australian foreign minister Penny Wong
Latvian foreign minister Edgars Rinkēvičs, right, met with Australian foreign minister Penny Wong and called for Russia’s designation as state sponsor of terrorism. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAP

Latvia is calling on Australia to support designating Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism amid concern about ongoing war crimes in Ukraine.

The Latvian foreign minister, Edgars Rinkēvičs, met with the Australian foreign affairs minister, Penny Wong, on Monday, outlining his concerns about Russia’s aggression while urging the west to boost military support.

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