US Embassy in Kyiv closes due to warning of potential Russian air attack
The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv will close after receiving a warning of a significant Russian air attack. Employees have been instructed to shelter in place, and U.S. citizens in the area are advised to be ready to take cover. This warning is notable for its specificity, as Russian air attacks have become frequent in Ukraine. The alert follows a Ukrainian strike on a Russian weapons warehouse, which involved U.S.-made missiles. Russia has intensified its air assaults recently, targeting energy infrastructure amid dropping temperatures. The situation reflects ongoing tensions between Russia and Western nations regarding military support for Ukraine.