Russian Embassy in Australia Evacuated After Suspicious Package Found

Emergency services are seen at Russia’s Embassy after a suspicious package was found, in Canberra, Australia, on March 3, 2022. AAP Image/Mick Tsikas

The Russian Embassy in the Australian capital, Canberra, has been evacuated after two suspicious packages were delivered to the building on March 3.

Emergency services were dispatched to investigate the substance, with authorities placing an emergency filtration tent around the item.