Moscow warns foreigners, diplomats to leave Kiev

The Russian Foreign Ministry has once again cautioned foreign visitors and diplomats to exit the Ukrainian capital, Kiev, or to steer clear of areas close to military installations and government structures. Russia's military, the ministry stated, is persisting with "purposeful, targeted assaults on military objectives in Kiev and other Ukrainian cities" in retaliation for what Moscow perceives as "terrorist acts by the Ukrainian armed forces against the civilian populace and civilian infrastructure in our nation (Russia)."

In May, Russia had previously advised all foreign nationals to refrain from visiting or residing in Kiev. While certain nations have issued warnings to their citizens to avoid travel to Ukraine, Russia emphasized that "not everyone has heeded these advisories and is deliberately placing their lives at grave risk." Moscow holds the sole accountability for any adverse outcomes arising from individuals disregarding this warning, it asserted.

Russian forces have been conducting extensive attacks on the Ukrainian capital utilizing drones and a variety of missile systems. These strikes have resulted in fatalities, injuries, and significant damage throughout Kiev.