politics
May 5, 2026
Moscow rejects US citizenship imposed on Russian diplomats’ children
Maria Zakharova says Russia will demand from Washington "confirmation in each specific case that the newborn is not subject to US jurisdiction"
TL;DR
- Russia will not recognize U.S. citizenship imposed on children of its diplomats born in the United States.
- The Russian side states that these children are Russian citizens.
- Moscow will request confirmation from Washington that newborns are not subject to U.S. jurisdiction.
- This is to ensure the immunities and privileges of diplomatic and consular personnel are maintained.
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