Latest: Irish diplomat expected to be expelled from Russia

Latest: An Irish diplomat is expected to be thrown out of Russia in retaliation for the expulsion of one of their officials here.

Update 7.55am: An Irish diplomat is expected to be thrown out of Russia in retaliation for the expulsion of one of their officials here.

The Tánaiste confirmed the move yesterday as a mark of solidarity with the UK who's holding Moscow responsible for poisoning a former spy and his daughter.