The U.S. State Department urges citizens in Russia to leave as soon as possible, with limited diplomatic assistance available.

【Latest News: U.S. State Department Urges U.S. Citizens in Russia to Leave Immediately】

On January 2, 2026, Washington time, the U.S. State Department stated in a statement:

The U.S. State Department has extended its emergency warning for U.S. citizens in Russia and urges U.S. citizens in Russia to leave Russia immediately. Due to the reduction in the number of staff in Russia, the ability of U.S. diplomats to assist their fellow citizens is severely limited.

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