The United States has told its citizens to leave Russia immediately due to the war in Ukraine and the risk of arbitrary arrest or harassment by Russian law enforcement agencies. "U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Russia should depart immediately," the U.S. Embassy in Moscow said on February 12. "Exercise increased caution due to the risk of wrongful detentions." "Do not travel to Russia," the embassy said. The United States has repeatedly warned its citizens to leave Russia. The last such public warning was in September after President Vladimir Putin ordered a partial mobilization. To read the original story by Reuters, click here.
United States Tells Citizens To Leave Russia Immediately
The U.S. flag flies outside the U.S. Embassy on Novinsky Boulevard in central Moscow in 2021. The United States has repeatedly warned its citizens to leave Russia.