All Americans, without exception, regardless of the purpose of the trip to the Russian Federation, should leave it as soon as possible. A similar appeal extends to American journalists, John Kirby, strategic communications coordinator at the White House National Security Council, told CNN.
“Now is not the time for Americans to be in Russia. If you are in Russia – for business or pleasure, whatever the purpose of your trip – you must leave now. Russia is not the best place for you, even if you work as a journalist,” he said.
A day earlier, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken appealed to compatriots in Russia with a request to leave the country. According to him, this warning is linked to the danger that awaits Americans in the Russian Federation. CNN: White House Spokesman Kirby Urges US Journalists to Leave Russia
