EU Envoy Rejects Russian Demands for Diplomats to Evacuate Kyiv

EU Ambassador Katarina Mathernova on Monday dismissed Russia's calls for foreign diplomats to leave Kyiv, calling the demand hypocritical and reaffirming that EU missions will remain in the capital despite threats of further strikes.

Mathernova characterized Russia's rhetoric as an attempt to spread fear, but argued it reflects Moscow's desperation and military inability to achieve its objectives. The statement comes as Russia has escalated threats against diplomatic presence in Ukraine's capital. The EU's decision to maintain its missions signals continuity of international engagement with Ukraine despite security risks and ongoing military threats.