Russia Urges Foreigners and Diplomats to Leave Kyiv as It Promises Continued 'Mass Retaliation Attacks'

Russia, through its foreign ministry, issued a direct appeal to foreign nationals and diplomats in Kyiv, urging them to leave the city or avoid proximity to military and government sites. The statement was reported by La Vanguarde and The West Australian. The Russian government also reiterated its commitment to 'mass retaliation attacks' in Ukraine, a phrase previously used to describe large-scale military operations. The warning comes amid heightened military activity in Kyiv, where Russian forces have been conducting frequent strikes on infrastructure and government targets. The Russian government has not provided specific details on the nature or timing of these attacks, though previous operations have included drone strikes and artillery bombardments. The two sources provided consistent accounts of the Russian appeal but differed in the specifics of the statement. La Vanguarde noted the assurance of continued 'mass retaliation attacks,' while The West Australian focused on the directive to avoid certain areas. No other details were provided by either outlet.