“It is strongly recommended to avoid the border areas in the north and east of the country. If possible, it is recommended to postpone any travel for which it is not necessary or urgent,” reads a statement from the Czech ministry, which quotes
The Czech Republic and the Russian-Ukrainian conflict
Moreover, Minister Lipavský recommended that in the near future “Czech citizens should remain vigilant”.
is not the first country to take preventive measures against a possible escalation of the conflict between Ukraine and. Previously, it instructed the families of American embassy staff in Kiev to leave the country.
The European Union on the US decision
However, not everyone in Europe shares such precautions. According to Josep Borrell, representative for foreign affairs, the most important thing now is to avoid nervous movements, but also to be aware of the level of threats and how to react.
– The exchange of views with Antony Blinken (US Secretary) was very useful in defining the way forward and very close coordination. I don’t think there is anything new that could increase the sense of fear of an immediate attack by Russia. I think that among us, among the member states, there is full agreement that this preventive measure is not necessary, he said after the meeting of the heads of the EU’s foreign ministry about the US decision on the families of diplomats.
The European Union is ready for Russian aggression
Nevertheless, some countries recommend avoiding areas of Eastern Europe. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Australia also advised citizens not to travel to Ukraine, and the employees of the embassy in Kiev to leave the country.
Despite the appeals for peace and caution, the European Union does not downplay the growing conflict. Through Josep Borrell, he emphasizes his readiness to react even to the worst scenarios.
– If diplomacy fails, we are very advanced in preparing a response to a possible Russian aggression and it will certainly be a quick and decisive action, with strong unity, not only within the European Union, but also at the international level – assured the Spaniard.
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