Russia’s warning comes as Moscow scales back its May 9 parade and tightens security amid fears of Ukrainian drone strikes.
Russia has warned foreign diplomatic missions and international organizations that it could launch “massive retaliatory strikes” on Kyiv, including against “decision-making centers,” if Ukraine disrupts Victory Day events in Moscow.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said Moscow had sent an official note to foreign missions urging them to ensure the “timely evacuation” of diplomatic staff and citizens from the Ukrainian capital, AFP reported.