U.S. Embassy in Kyiv closes after warning of Russian air attack
The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv closed on November 20, 2024, after receiving a warning of a significant Russian air attack. Employees were instructed to shelter in place as the embassy cited ongoing missile and drone threats from Russia. This closure follows President Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to strike targets in Russia, which angered the Kremlin. Other Western embassies, including those of Italy and Greece, also closed for security, while the U.K. embassy remained open. Tensions have escalated with North Korean troops reportedly aiding Russia. Ukraine has launched attacks on Russian military targets, including a factory in Belgorod and an arsenal in Novgorod, amid concerns over Russia's missile stockpiling for winter.