The U.S. Gave Mexico a List of Russian Spies. Mexico Let Them Stay.

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 8 min read 100% complete by Maria Abi-HabibDecember 8, 2025 at 05:37 PM

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U.S. officials have expressed concerns about increased Russian covert operations in Mexico, particularly within the Russian Embassy in Mexico City, which is one of Moscow's largest. Despite limited economic, cultural, or military ties between Russia and Mexico, the U.S. provided Mexico with a list of suspected Russian spies posing as diplomats. While Mexico agreed in 2023 to allow U.S. input on future Russian diplomatic credentials, it has not expelled the spies already present in the country. The U.S. believes Mexico could do more to address the issue, given Mexico's proximity to the United States and the ease with which spies can operate under the cover of tourism.

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Russia

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