US Temporarily Closes Embassy in Kiev Due to Potential Airstrike Threat
Following specific intelligence of a possible significant airstrike scheduled for November 20, the United States has made a temporary closure of its embassy in Kiev. The announcement was made via the embassy’s website and its social media platforms.
Embassy Employees Instructed to Shelter
The U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs released a statement advising the embassy’s closure and instructing employees to take shelter immediately. The decision was taken as a preventive measure to ensure the safety of all embassy staff.
Advisory for US Citizens in Kiev
US officials further advised American citizens in Kiev to be ready to take shelter immediately should an air alert be announced. The warning comes amidst an atmosphere of increased tension in the region, highlighting the need for citizens to stay vigilant.
US-made Weapons Used on Targets in Russia
This development follows closely on the heels of the Biden administration’s recent announcement that it would permit the use of US-made weapons on targets in Russia. In response to this, Moscow reported that Ukraine had launched an attack on Russia using six US-supplied ATACMS missiles.
This escalating situation underscores the importance of maintaining safety and vigilance, particularly for US citizens and embassy staff in the region.
