Overview
- Russia summoned Mexico’s ambassador in Moscow over the detention of Russian minor Kristina Romanova and received an account of her investigative interview.
- The Foreign Ministry said Mexico failed to allow unimpeded contact between Russian officials and their citizen, citing the Vienna Convention and a 1978 consular pact.
- Russian consular staff attended the Mexico City questioning, where the minor told authorities she intends to remain in the country.
- Moscow said it will continue to press for full access and will work with Russian human-rights and civic groups to track her treatment.
- The ministry said her stated wish increases Mexico’s responsibility for her safety before and after she becomes an adult, which raises scrutiny of how the case is handled.