US embassy calls on its citizens to leave Russia

the embassy of state I participated of Moscow I called on all citizens this Wednesday to leave the country as mobilization begins.

There are currently 29 American basketball players under contract with Russian league clubs. VTBsUp to 15 players also play in the Super League.

Further, the statement said: Russia It can refuse to recognize people’s dual U.S. citizenship, preventing them from leaving the United States. Russia and recruit them for military service.

It is not yet clear how this will affect athletes with US citizenship who are currently in Russia.

of embassy He also warned that US citizens who were participating in the demonstrations were being arrested and advised them to avoid participating in political or social protests.

“Commercial flight options are currently very limited and often not immediately available,” the statement said. Land routes by car and bus are still open. Russiaindependent arrangements should be made as soon as possible,” he continues.

It also recommended a “no travel to Russia” for all U.S. citizens, and said that “persons residing in or traveling to Russia must leave Russia immediately while business travel options are limited.” recommending.