European Union Ambassador to Ukraine Katarína Mathernová rejects Russia’s demand that foreign diplomats leave Kyiv. Speaking after Russia issued warnings that diplomatic missions could be targeted by missile strikes, Mathernová says the EU is not leaving and that EU missions in Kyiv will continue operating. She frames Russia’s stance as hypocritical, while asserting that the threats are meant to spread fear. Multiple outlets report she emphasizes that Ukraine’s resilience and continued international support remain intact, and that Russia has not succeeded in breaking those commitments. The EU envoy’s remarks also indicate that European diplomatic staff are preparing to remain in Kyiv despite ongoing concerns about security and the possibility of further strikes. Both sources present her message as a direct response to Moscow’s call for departures, underscoring the EU’s decision to maintain its presence in the Ukrainian capital.