Russia has evacuated more of its civilians from Iraq, warning that it cannot guarantee the safety of those who remain. A plane dispatched by the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations and Emergencies left Baghdad on Friday with 117 Russian and Ukrainian citizens. The ministry plans to send more planes, but many workers, including 8 former hostages, have decided to stay in Iraq. On Thursday, Russia evacuated over 360 people on three flights. A spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry stated that Moscow intends to keep its current staff at the Russian embassy in Baghdad. He mentioned that private companies must decide for themselves whether to keep their employees in Iraq, as Russia and the US-led coalition cannot guarantee their safety. On Monday, 8 Russian and Ukrainian civilians were kidnapped, but the kidnappers released them the next day unharmed.
Russia Evacuates More Civilians from Iraq - 2004-04-16
Russia has evacuated additional civilians from Iraq amid safety concerns, warning that it cannot ensure the safety of those who remain. The evacuation included 117 individuals, while some workers chose to stay despite recent kidnappings. This situation highlights the ongoing security challenges in Iraq and the implications for foreign nationals.
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📰 What Happened
Russia has evacuated additional civilians from Iraq due to safety concerns, warning that it cannot ensure the safety of those who remain. The evacuation included 117 individuals, while some workers chose to stay despite recent kidnappings.
- 117 Russian and Ukrainian civilians were evacuated from Baghdad.
- 8 Russian and Ukrainian civilians were kidnapped but released unharmed.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iraq has been experiencing significant instability and violence since the US-led invasion in 2003, leading to a complex security environment for foreign nationals.
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