Russia Warns Foreigners and Diplomats to Leave Ukraine, Citing Life-Threatening Risks

Russia's Foreign Ministry renewed its warning to foreigners and diplomats against traveling to or remaining in Ukraine, stating it endangers their lives. The warning specifically targets Kyiv and areas near military facilities. The ministry's statement, published Saturday, said Russian armed forces will continue large-scale retaliatory strikes. It noted that not everyone has heeded previous warnings, and people are knowingly exposing themselves to mortal danger. President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that Russia began striking Ukrainian targets in response to attacks on Russian civilian infrastructure, including oil refineries. He claimed Ukraine deliberately targeted civilian facilities and received a similar response.