Kyiv Embassies Close Amid Rising Russian Air Attack Threats

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Western embassies in Kyiv, including the U.S., closed temporarily due to warnings of a potential Russian air attack, following President Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to strike Russian targets with U.S.-made missiles. This move has escalated tensions, with Russia lowering its nuclear response threshold. Meanwhile, North Korean troops have joined Russian forces, and Ukraine has conducted strikes on Russian military sites. The situation has impacted global markets and raised concerns over further military escalations.
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