US and European embassies in Kyiv close over threat of Russian air attack

The US and several European embassies in Kyiv have temporarily closed due to intelligence indicating a potential large-scale Russian air attack on November 20. The US embassy advised staff to shelter in place, while other embassies also implemented closures. This decision follows Ukraine's first use of US long-range missiles to strike a Russian arms depot. The US embassy noted that the threat involves a combined missile and drone attack, unrelated to Russia's nuclear policy changes. France and the UK did not close their embassies but advised citizens to take precautions. The heightened alert reflects increasing concerns over Russia's recent escalation of drone and missile strikes against Ukraine.