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When Diplomacy Goes Boom: The Kyiv Embassies Hit the Brakes!

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Tensions are soaring as US embassies in Kyiv shut down amid fears of a Russian retaliation for Ukraine's missile strikes. Dive into the explosive updates!

The tension between Russia and Ukraine has reached yet another boiling point as Ukraine fired U.S.-made ATACMS missiles into Russia. This unprecedented move has sent ripples across the globe, and as expected, the implications are profound. In light of these developments, western embassies in Kyiv have slammed their doors shut, issuing alerts and warnings as they brace for potential repercussions from a furious Moscow. This series of events has put everyone on high alert, marking a crucial moment in the ongoing conflict.

President Joe Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to target Russian sites with U.S. weaponry has drawn a sharp response from the Kremlin. In a statement that has only added fuel to the fire, Moscow vowed to retaliate, claiming that the U.S. has been relentless in its attempts to prolong the war by intensifying its military support for Ukraine. The airwaves are buzzing with speculation about the effect this could have on diplomatic relations as both sides prepare for what could be the next phase of the conflict.

In a dramatic turn of events, the U.S. embassy in Kyiv has closed its doors following warnings of a significant air attack from Russia. Officials have stated that this precautionary measure comes in response to "specific information" regarding a possible counter-strike after Ukraine's missile attack targeted a weapons warehouse in Bryansk. As Ukraine solidifies its position, tension is palpable in the region, and embassies seem to be the first casualties of this heightened conflict.

As both sides continue to gauge their next moves, the world watches closely. The use of U.S.-made missiles by Ukraine marks a new chapter in this conflict, raising eyebrows and questions about the future of international relations. A notable point: only recently, President Biden also sanctioned the use of U.S.-supplied land mines by Ukraine, a contentious issue that further complicates the landscape. Itโ€™s a dangerous dance of diplomacy, warfare, and strategic choices, with each step threatening to escalate matters even further. In addition to the immediate tension, it's fascinating to note that the ATACMS (Army Tactical Missile System) has a storied history of precision strikes. Meanwhile, the shut down of embassies isn't just an inconvenience; it acts as a bellwether for rising stakes in international diplomacy, reminding us how quickly peace can unravel over military measures.

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The latest on Russia's war in Ukraine (CNN)

Ukraine has fired US-made ATACMS missiles into Russia. Follow for live news updates.

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Western embassies in Kyiv shut due to Russian air attack threat (NPR)

Russia promised a response to President Joe Biden's decision to let Ukraine strike targets on Russian soil with U.S.-made missiles.

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Russia-Ukraine war live: US, Italy shut Kyiv embassies over air ... (Aljazeera.com)

The measures come after Moscow vows to respond to Ukraine's first use of longer-range US missiles against Russia.

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Russia-Ukraine war latest: US shuts Kyiv embassy as Biden ... (Newsweek)

The US Embassy in Kyiv has been closed amid warnings of a major Russian air attack as Biden sanctions the use of U.S.-supplied land mines for Ukraine.

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Russia-Ukraine war: US Embassy in Kyiv shuts down over potential ... (The Associated Press)

The move comes one day after Moscow said U.S.-made longer range missiles had been used in a Ukrainian attack that struck a weapons warehouse in the Bryansk ...

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Kremlin says US 'doing everything' to prolong 'war' in Ukraine (FRANCE 24)

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U.S. shuts Kyiv embassy over 'significant air attack' threat (NBC News)

The United States said Wednesday that its embassy in Ukrainian capital Kyiv closed after receiving "specific information of a potential significant air ...

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Ukraine braces for possible retaliation after firing U.S.-made ... (CBS News)

The U.S. embassy in Ukraine says Russia could launch a "significant air attack" on Kyiv after U.S.-made missiles were fired into Russia's Bryansk region.

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U.S. Closes Its Kyiv Embassy, Warning of 'Significant Air Attack' (The New York Times)

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Biden agrees to give Ukraine anti-personnel mines (BBC News)

A US official tells the BBC the mines will be given soon, as Russia advances steadily in the east.

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Biden administration approves sending anti-personnel mines to ... (CNN)

President Joe Biden in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on November 18, 2024. Pablo Porciuncula/AFP/Getty Images. CNN โ€”.

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The American-provided mines will become inactive after a predetermined period of time, a U.S. defense official told Newsweek.

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US will allow Ukraine to use antipersonnel land mines against ... (Boston Herald)

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that the Biden administration will allow Ukraine to use American-supplied antipersonnel land mines to help fight ...

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U.S. will allow Ukraine to use American-supplied antipersonnel land ... (PBS NewsHour)

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says the Biden administration will allow Ukraine to use American-supplied antipersonnel land mines to help slow Russia's ...

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Biden Agrees to Supply Ukraine With Anti-Personnel Mines (The New York Times)

The Biden administration has approved supplying Ukraine with American anti-personnel mines to bolster defenses against Russian attacks as Ukrainian front ...

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US will allow Ukraine to use American antipersonnel land mines ... (WRAL.com)

The U.S. and some other Western embassies in Kyiv stayed closed Wednesday after a threat of a major Russian aerial attack on the Ukrainian capital. U.S. Defense ...

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US will allow Ukraine to use American antipersonnel land mines ... (ABC News)

The U.S. and some other Western embassies in Kyiv stayed closed Wednesday after a threat of a major Russian aerial attack on the Ukrainian capital. U.S. Defense ...

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US shuts Kyiv embassy citing strike threat after Ukraine fires ... (Reuters)

The United States shut its embassy in Kyiv on Wednesday morning due to what it called the threat of a significant air attack, a day after Ukraine used ...

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Biden Agrees to Supply Ukraine With Anti-Personnel Mines (The New York Times)

The Biden administration has approved supplying Ukraine with American anti-personnel mines to bolster defenses against Russian attacks as Ukrainian front ...

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Ukraine fires UK-made missiles into Russia for first time (The Guardian)

Storm Shadow missile attack comes day after Kyiv used US-supplied long-range weapons to strike within Russia.

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Ukraine fires UK-made Storm Shadow missiles into Russia (Aljazeera.com)

Russia's foreign intelligence chief says attempts by NATO countries to help Ukraine will not go unpunished.

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Ukraine fires UK-made Storm Shadow missiles at Russia for first time (BBC News)

The BBC understands the long-range missiles have been fired into Russian territory by Ukraine.

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Ukraine fires UK Storm Shadow missiles into Russia, Bloomberg ... (Reuters)

Ukraine has fired long-range British Storm Shadow missiles into Russian territory for the first time, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday, citing an unnamed ...

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Ukraine fires British long-range missiles into Russia a day after it ... (USA TODAY)

Ukraine fired Storm Shadow long-range missiles provided by the U.K. into Russia, a day after it struck Russia with U.S.-provided long-range missiles.

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Ukraine Fires at Russia With U.K. Storm Shadow Cruise Missiles (The Wall Street Journal)

The move is part a broader push to counter the Russian military and provide Ukraine with more leverage in possible negotiations.

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US will allow Ukraine to use antipersonnel land mines against ... (KOCO Oklahoma City)

The Biden administration will allow Ukraine to use American-supplied antipersonnel land mines to help slow Russia's battlefield progress in the war.

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Ukraine Fires Long-Range Storm Shadow Missiles Into Russia (The New York Times)

Britain allowed Ukrainians to use Storm Shadows a week after President Biden authorized the use of American-made missiles inside Russia, a shift from a more ...

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Ukraine fires UK Storm Shadow cruise missiles into Russia, a day ... (Reuters)

Ukraine fired a volley of British Storm Shadow cruise missiles into Russia on Wednesday, the latest new Western weapon it has been permitted to use on ...

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Ukraine fires UK-made Storm Shadow missiles into Russia for first ... (CNN)

Ukraine launched British-French-made Storm Shadow missiles at targets inside Russia for the first time on Wednesday, according to a Russian military blog ...

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