Russia has evacuated most of its citizens from Iraq, and officials are warning those who remain about the dangers they face. An aircraft belonging to the Ministry of Emergency Situations left Baghdad on Friday carrying 89 employees of a private Russian energy company that had been assisting in the reconstruction of power plants in Iraq. This action follows the death of company workers in a raid in Baghdad on Wednesday. Another employee had been killed earlier this month. A spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry stated that the situation in Iraq remains extremely dangerous, and Moscow regrets the company's decision to evacuate about 80 workers from there. Several workers have also been injured or temporarily taken hostage in attacks. On Thursday, Russia evacuated 90 people from Iraq.
Russia Evacuates Most of Its Citizens from Iraq - 2004-05-28
Russia has evacuated the majority of its citizens from Iraq due to escalating dangers, particularly after recent attacks that resulted in fatalities among workers. This includes 89 employees of a private energy company involved in reconstruction efforts. The situation highlights ongoing security concerns in Iraq and the risks faced by foreign nationals.
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📰 What Happened
Russia has evacuated most of its citizens from Iraq due to escalating violence, particularly following recent attacks that resulted in fatalities among workers. This evacuation highlights the deteriorating security situation in Iraq.
- 89 employees of a private Russian energy company were evacuated after recent attacks.
- The Russian Foreign Ministry has warned about the extreme dangers faced by those remaining in Iraq.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Following the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq in 2003, the country has faced ongoing violence and instability, making it dangerous for foreign workers involved in reconstruction.
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