Russian Foreign Ministry says it will strike Kyiv decision centers
The Russian Foreign Ministry issued a statement threatening systematic strikes on Kyiv. The ministry also urged foreign nationals and diplomats to leave the city.
tass.comThe Russian Foreign Ministry released a statement earlier today announcing plans for systematic strikes on Kyiv. The statement identified decision-making centers, command posts, and drone manufacturing facilities as targets. The ministry called on foreign nationals and diplomats to leave Kyiv as soon as possible.
It also advised civilians to avoid administrative and military buildings. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke by phone with Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday morning. During the call, Lavrov urged the evacuation of American diplomats from the Ukrainian capital.
Key Facts
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2 events- Monday morning
Lavrov spoke by phone with Rubio about evacuating U.S. diplomats.
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Russian Foreign Ministry issued statement on planned strikes and evacuation advisory.
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Potential Impact
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Ukrainian authorities may increase security around listed target sites.
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Foreign embassies may reduce staff or close operations in Kyiv.
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