Russia has issued a fresh warning to foreign nationals
and diplomats in Kyiv, urging them to leave the Ukrainian capital as Moscow
intensifies its missile and drone attacks.
The Russian Foreign Ministry said on Saturday that it
had previously advised foreign nationals and diplomatic personnel to leave Kyiv
and avoid travelling to Ukraine because of the security risks.
The ministry expressed concern that some foreigners
had ignored the warnings and were continuing to remain in areas it described as
being exposed to potential Russian military strikes.
Moscow also warned that its armed forces would
continue carrying out what it described as “massive retaliatory strikes”, while
placing responsibility for any consequences on those who choose to disregard
the warning.
The latest statement comes amid an increase in Russian
attacks on Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine, with critical infrastructure
reportedly among the targets.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said on Friday that the
Ukrainian capital needed to operate on a war footing as Russian forces
intensified attacks on the city.
According to Klitschko, strikes had targeted important
infrastructure, including bridges and energy facilities, creating additional
pressure on the capital as the war continues.
The latest escalation has also drawn a strong response
from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Zelensky accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of
disregarding established rules governing armed conflict by authorising
large-scale attacks in civilian areas.
The Kremlin has rejected accusations that Russia
deliberately targets civilians.
The warning from Moscow comes as the conflict between
Russia and Ukraine continues with no immediate end to the fighting in sight,
while both sides remain engaged in attacks against military and strategic
targets.
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