Interpol decided not to exclude Russia from organization

Interpol will not exclude Russia from the organization, reports TASS with reference to the statement of the international police organization.

Interpol must support police service collaboration and leave open communication channels in accordance with the statutory provisions of the Organization. The Interpol’s mandate does not provide for the adoption of sanctions or any punishment measures, as well as the suspension of membership or the country’s elimination from the organization, “says in the statement.

It is also noted that “From now on, the Moscow office of Interpol will not be able to directly request the participating countries.” “His requests must be submitted to the General Secretariat of Interpol to verify their compliance with the rules of the organization,” is indicated in the statement.