Western embassies in Kyiv close over Russian air attack threat

Western embassies in Kyiv, including the U.S., closed on Wednesday due to a warning of a potential Russian air attack. This decision follows increased Russian missile and drone strikes on the city and a recent escalation in tensions. The closures come after Russia threatened retaliation against Ukraine for U.S. support in striking targets on Russian soil. The U.K. embassy remained open, while Italy and Greece also shut their doors for security reasons. In related developments, North Korean troops have reportedly joined Russian forces in Ukraine. This follows Ukraine's use of U.S.-made long-range missiles to target locations inside Russia, raising concerns about the conflict's escalation.