The situation in Kyiv, Ukraine, is getting more intense. The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv announced that it was temporarily closed due to concerns about air strikes. They advised all American citizens to be ready to take shelter if an air raid alert goes off. This move wasn't unusual—Kyiv is often targeted by Russian missiles and drones. Just recently, another wave of missiles and drones hit the city.
But the closure wasn’t just about physical safety—it also raised questions about a possible larger threat. While the U.S. Embassy remained tight-lipped about the exact details of the threat, they mentioned that it had to do with air alerts, which warn of missile and drone attacks. Embassy officials assured the public that the closure was temporary, but still, the warning felt serious.
Ukraine: The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv received specific information of a potential significant air attack on Nov 20. The Embassy will be closed and recommends U.S. citizens be prepared to immediately shelter in the event an air alert is announced. https://t.co/ah0bpDfULK pic.twitter.com/m8cWXCXT2V
Soon, other European embassies followed the U.S. lead. The embassies of Greece, Italy, and Spain all shut their doors in Kyiv, telling their c...
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