Security alert for US citizens residing or traveling in Russia. The US Embassy in Moscow has posted a security notice on its website for US citizens residing in or traveling to Russia.
“U.S. citizens must not travel to Russia and those residing or traveling in Russia must leave Russia immediately, while business travel options still remain limited,” reads the notice posted today on the Washington embassy in Moscow website. explaining the risks to American citizens. “On September 21, the Russian government began a mobilization of its citizens in the armed forces in support of the invasion of Ukraine. Russia can refuse to recognize US citizenship for citizens with dual citizenship, deny them access to consular assistance. and enlist dual nationals for military service. Commercial flight options are currently extremely limited and often not available at short notice. Overland routes by car and bus remain open. If desired. Leave Russia, you must make arrangements as soon as possible. The US Embassy has severe limitations on its ability to assist US citizens and conditions, including transportation options, could suddenly become even more limited,” the notice reads.
Finally, the US Embassy in Moscow reminds compatriots “that the right of peaceful assembly and freedom of expression are not guaranteed in Russia” and urges them to “avoid all political or social protests and not to photograph security personnel during these events. . Russian authorities have arrested US citizens who participated in demonstrations,” the US diplomatic office said in a statement.
Source: IL Tempo
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