SINGAPORE- Singaporeans are advised to defer all travel to Ukraine, while those who are already there should take necessary precautions for their personal safety.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Wednesday that those who are in Ukraine should also remain vigilant and monitor local news closely, in the light of escalating tensions around the country.Ukraine is facing the possibility of a Russian invasion as the United States warned Moscow of damaging sanctions, including measures targeting Russian President Vladimir Putin.The heightened tensions have also forced Western leaders to step up preparations for any Russian military action.
The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation said on Monday that it was putting forces on standby and reinforcing Eastern Europe with more ships and fighter jets. MFA said Singapore has no diplomatic presence in Ukraine. Those who require consular assistance should contact the 24-hour MFA Duty Office on 6379-8800 or 6379-8855.If you don’t like our faces, listen to our fortnightly podcast E-Junkies where we lepak one corner with famous people
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