Russia Warns Citizens Against Travelling to US and Western Countries

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:20am on 12 Dec 2024,Thursday International

Russia has advised its citizens to avoid travelling to the United States, Canada, and European Union nations, citing safety risks. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said worsening relations with the US pose serious dangers for Russians abroad. She warned of potential harassment or detention in these countries. The US has similarly cautioned its citizens against visiting Russia, citing risks of detention and arbitrary law enforcement. Tensions between the two countries have escalated due to the ongoing Ukraine war and increased military aid from the US to Ukraine. Both nations accuse each other of politically motivated detentions.

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