The British government never asked to investigate Salisbury attack suspects

Russia’s ambassador to the UK claims the British government never asked to interview the Salisbury attack suspects – and that a request would have been considered.

Alexander Yakovenko, who spoke to Sky News days after meeting novichok victim Charlie Rowley, also revealed he wants his country to do a trade deal with Britain when the UK leaves the EU.

The report adds that when asked to respond to the fact two Russian GRU agents were in Salisbury at the exact time of the nerve agent attack, Mr Yakovenko said that it is “the story of the British press and also the government but unfortunately it is not supported by the facts.”

Attempting to support his claims, he cited the interview on Russian television with suspects Anatoliy Chepiga and Alexander Mishkin who said “officially” they are not members of the GRU.

Via Sky News