US closes embassy in Kyiv over air attack threat as other nations follow suit
The US has closed its embassy in Kyiv due to specific threats of a significant air attack. Spain, Italy, and Greece have also shut their embassies, advising citizens to stay vigilant. Ukraine's Foreign Ministry downplayed the threat, stating attacks have been a daily reality for over 1,000 days. The US will send antipersonnel landmines to Ukraine, a move condemned by the International Campaign to Ban Landmines. Meanwhile, Russia claims to have captured the village of Illinka in Donetsk, marking incremental gains in the region. China has called for calm following Russia's nuclear policy changes, while the US and NATO have criticized the move. South Korea reported increased North Korean military support for Russia, including artillery and troops.