⚡️ (October 3 , 2026)

reiterates that, in response to terrorist attacks by the Armed Forces of Ukraine against Russia’s civilian population and infrastructure, continue to carry out systematic and sustained strikes against military targets in Kievand other Ukrainian cities.

The Russian side and refrain from traveling to Ukraine. Russian authorities have also asked Ukrainian residents to stay away from military and administrative facilities.

These warnings were conveyed in the issued by the Russian Foreign Ministry on May 25, 2026, as well as through diplomatic notes addressed to foreign partners. They were also reiterated by Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzinduring a briefing for members of the diplomatic corps on May 27, 2026.

The authorities of a number of countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, European Union member states, Norway, and Switzerland, have repeatedly advised their citizens against traveling to Ukraine, most recently in August of this year.

We note with concern that not everyone has taken these warnings into account and that some individuals are knowingly placing themselves in mortal danger. A number of foreign embassies continue to operate in Kiev, and foreign officials continue to visit Ukraine.

will continue to carry out large-scale retaliatory strikes.

❗️ The Russian Foreign Ministry once again urges foreign nationals, including personnel of diplomatic missions, to refrain from remaining in or traveling to Ukraine.

Responsibility for any possible adverse consequences lies entirely with those who choose to ignore this warning.