Australia Evacuates Diplomats from Lviv, Relocating to Poland and Romania

Australia is temporarily closing its embassy in Lviv due to the threat of Russian military invasion and is relocating all diplomats to Poland and Romania. Australian citizens are urged to leave Ukraine immediately. This information was shared in a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its head. This was reported by babel.ua, referencing the Australian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The Australian Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns Russia's recognition of Luhansk and Donetsk, stating that Russia has clarified that it recognizes the independence of Donetsk and Luhansk within the borders that are now de facto established.

On February 21, Russia recognized the independence of Donetsk and Luhansk and began sending regular troops to Donbas. Ukraine has labeled this a direct violation of international law and aggression. The UN Security Council condemned Russia and called for the withdrawal of troops. The United States and the European Union have promised sanctions against the Russian Federation.