U.S. Again Tells Citizens to Leave Russia by Car as Airlines Halt Flights [View all]
Source: Newsweek
The U.S. government is urging all citizens to leave the country by car as tensions over the invasion of Ukraine continue to escalate.
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Russia issued the Level 4 alert on Saturday, citing "the potential for harassment against U.S. citizens by Russian government security officials [and] the Embassy's limited ability to assist U.S. citizens in Russia" is possible. The official website noted that commercial flight options for Americans leaving the country are limited and suggested that they consider "overland routes by car and bus."
"If you wish to depart Russia, you should make arrangements on your own as soon as possible," the embassy's statement read. "If you plan to stay in Russia, understand the U.S. Embassy has severe limitations on its ability to assist U.S. citizens, and conditions, including transportation options may change suddenly. U.S. citizens who are able to depart Russia for another country and are in need of emergency assistance upon arrival may contact a U.S. embassy or consulate in that country."
Extra caution was advised for Americans living near the Russian border with Ukraine or those planning to travel near that area, due to the "dangerous and unpredictable" circumstances.
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