"We are in touch with the local authorities regarding two British nationals detained yesterday in Moscow," the embassy said.
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It went on to note that the embassy staff would "provide them with further consular assistance, if necessary."
The remarks come after earlier, a Sputnik law enforcement source said two UK residents were detained in downtown Moscow, adding that a narcotic substance was allegedly seized from them.