Russia has renewed its warning to diplomats and foreign nationals in Kyiv, urging them to leave the Ukrainian capital and warning of further “massive” strikes.
The Russian Foreign Ministry issued the warning on Saturday, citing what it described as continued risks to foreigners who remain in the city.
Moscow said it had previously advised foreign nationals and diplomats to leave Kyiv and refrain from travelling to Ukraine.
“We note with concern that not everyone has heeded these warnings, and that individuals are knowingly exposing themselves to mortal danger,” the ministry said.
It warned that Russian forces would continue to carry out “massive retaliatory strikes” and said responsibility for any potential consequences would rest with those who ignored the warning.
Russia has carried out repeated drone and missile attacks across Ukraine since launching its full-scale invasion, with Kyiv facing increased strikes in recent weeks targeting energy and other critical infrastructure.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said on Friday that the capital should be placed on a war footing as Russian attacks targeted bridges and energy facilities.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of violating the rules of armed conflict by authorising large-scale attacks on civilian areas. The Kremlin has rejected the accusation.
