Russia complains about alleged search of airplane in London
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The Russian Embassy in Britain has complained about the alleged search of a Russian airliner that landed at London's Heathrow Airport.
The embassy said British Border Forces and Customs officers searched an Aeroflot flight from Moscow Friday in violation of international rules.
In a tweet, the embassy called night called the alleged search "another blatant provocation by the British authorities" over the poisoning of a Russian ex-spy and his daughter in England.
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The British government did not immediately comment on the embassy's complaint.
Russia says it has sent a diplomatic note demanding an explanation of the search.
Both sides have expelled diplomats as Britain blames Russia for the nerve agent attack on Sergei Skripal and his daughter.
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Sergei Skripal remains in critical condition, while officials say Yulia Skripal is improving.