Russia Urges US to Evacuate Citizens from Kyiv Amid Intensifying Attacks
Lavrov tells Rubio to evacuate US citizens, diplomats from Kyiv as Ukraine braces for more attacks

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov advised US State Secretary Marco Rubio to evacuate American citizens and diplomats from Kyiv as Russia plans to escalate attacks on the city. This follows a weekend of drone and missile strikes that resulted in casualties and damage across Ukraine's capital.
- 01Lavrov warned Rubio of systematic strikes on key facilities in Kyiv, including decision-making centers.
- 02Russia's recent attacks involved the use of the Oreshnik hypersonic missile, capable of carrying nuclear warheads.
- 03The strikes came after Russia accused Ukraine of attacking a vocational school in Lugansk, killing 21 people.
- 04Ukrainian strikes in Russian-occupied regions resulted in at least six deaths, including two children.
- 05Lavrov accused Europe and Ukraine of undermining agreements made between Putin and Trump during the 2025 Alaska summit.
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov communicated with US State Secretary Marco Rubio on Monday, urging the evacuation of US citizens and diplomats from Kyiv as Russia prepares to intensify its military strikes on the Ukrainian capital. Lavrov indicated that President Vladimir Putin had instructed him to inform Rubio of systematic attacks targeting key facilities, including decision-making centers. This warning follows a weekend of assaults in which Russia launched numerous drones and missiles, resulting in four fatalities and numerous injuries in Kyiv. Among the weapons used was the Oreshnik hypersonic missile, known for its high speed and nuclear capability. Concurrently, Ukraine conducted strikes in Russian-occupied territories, leading to at least six deaths, including two children, in Gorlivka. Lavrov also accused European nations and Ukraine of sabotaging agreements reached between Putin and former US President Donald Trump during their 2025 meeting in Alaska, highlighting the ongoing tensions and complexities in the region.
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The ongoing military actions have led to increased casualties and destruction in Kyiv, affecting both civilians and diplomatic personnel.
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