Embassies in Kiev Resist Russia's Evacuation Call

Despite the Russian Foreign Ministry's call for evacuation from Kiev, the embassies of the European Union and some countries continue to remain in the city. Diplomat...

Scraper SystemMay 30, 2026, 03:07 PM

The Russian Foreign Ministry announced that systematic attacks would be carried out on military and administrative targets in Ukraine's capital Kiev, calling on foreign diplomats and representatives of international organizations to leave the city. This statement came at a time when Russia justified its military operations in Ukraine. However, the embassies of European Union countries and some other states in Kiev stated that they would continue their activities despite this threat. Katarina Maternova, the European Union's representative in Ukraine, described Russia's statement as "the height of hypocrisy," emphasizing that Russia's attacks on civilians are known and that the purpose of this threat is to cause fear and panic. The embassies of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom also announced that they would maintain normal working arrangements despite the threats. The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that it would consider Russia's attacks on diplomatic missions as hostile acts. Anitta Hipper, spokesperson for the European Commission's external relations, said that Russia's threats aim to create panic but that this would not work. The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs described Russia's threats as "shameless blackmail," stating that these attacks would serve as evidence in international legal processes. The ministry said it is ready to provide security support to foreign diplomatic missions remaining in Kiev and called on allies to increase pressure on Russia. Ukrainian officials stated that Russia's stance is an attempt against the unity and determination of the international community.

Embassies in Kiev Resist Russia's Evacuation Call

Despite the Russian Foreign Ministry's call for evacuation from Kiev, the embassies of the European Union and some countries continue to remain in the city. Diplomat...