The United States Thursday urged its citizens in Ukraine to depart immediately due to the “increased threats of Russian military action”. It added that the citizens in Ukraine should note that the American government “will not be able to evacuate US citizens” in case of military action.
“Do not travel to Ukraine due to the increased threats of Russian military action and Covid-19; those in Ukraine should depart now via commercial or private means,” the US State Department said in an advisory.
Russia denies planning an attack on Ukraine but has amassed tens of thousands of troops on its border with Ukraine.
If remaining in Ukraine, exercise increased caution due to crime, civil unrest, and potential combat operations should Russia take military action. Some areas have increased risk,” added the advisory issued on February 10.
On January 23, 2022, the Department of State authorised the voluntary departure of US direct hire employees (USDH) and ordered the departure of eligible family members (EFM) from Embassy Kyiv due to the continued threat of Russian military action. US citizens should not travel to Ukraine, and those in Ukraine should depart now using commercial or other privately available transportation options
