The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv has resumed operations just a day after halting services due to reports of a “potential imminent air attack,” U.S. Ambassador Bridget A. Brink confirmed on Thursday.
Brink emphasized the importance of vigilance for American nationals in Ukraine and urged them to stay alert during air raid warnings.
“@USEmbassyKyiv has resumed services following a temporary shelter-in-place suspension earlier today. We continue to encourage U.S. citizens to remain vigilant, monitor official Ukrainian sources for updates, and be prepared to shelter in place if an air alert is announced,” Brink wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
.@USEmbassyKyiv has resumed services following a temporary shelter-in-place suspension earlier today. We continue to encourage U.S. citizens to remain vigilant, monitor official Ukrainian sources for updates, and be prepared to shelter in place if an air alert is announced.…
— Ambassador Bridget A. Brink (@USAmbKyiv) November 20, 2024
Why Did the U.S. Embassy Temporarily Close?
The temporary closure came shortly after Ukraine conducted strikes deep inside Russian territory using U.S.-made ATACMS missiles. The Biden administration had recently authorized Ukraine’s use of these long-range weapons, a move President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had long advocated for.
This escalation prompted Russian President Vladimir Putin to reportedly amend the country’s nuclear doctrine, heightening global tensions.
Meanwhile, Russia has intensified its missile strikes on Ukraine, targeting residential areas and critical infrastructure, including the nation’s energy grid. Air raid sirens continue to sound daily across Ukraine as the conflict escalates.
The reopening of the U.S. Embassy highlights the volatile situation in Ukraine, where security concerns remain a pressing issue for both residents and international personnel.
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