The US Embassy in Kyiv says it remains open, denying reports that it is closing or changing operations. The denial comes after Russian warnings advised diplomats and foreign nationals to leave Kyiv, ahead of concerns that attacks could escalate. RTE reports that the embassy rejects claims of closure following those warnings. Cyprus Mail similarly states that the embassy maintains normal operations and disputes accounts suggesting departures or restrictions.
The dispute centers on media reports that reference statements attributed to EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, which some Ukrainian outlets used to suggest the US embassy would alter its status. Both reports emphasize that, despite the warnings from Russia and the circulating claims, the US embassy is not announcing a closure. The situation underscores ongoing uncertainty around the security environment in Kyiv and how official guidance and public statements are interpreted by media.
As of the latest reporting, the US Embassy in Kyiv is publicly communicating that it continues to operate.
