Diplomats urge citizens not to put themselves in danger
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry recommends citizens not to travel to Syria, and if already in Syria - immediately leave its territory due to escalation of security situation in the country, the press service of the Foreign Ministry informs.
«Violation of these recommendations will significantly complicate, and in some cases may actually prevent guaranteeing adequate protection of Ukrainian citizens in Syria», the statement reads.
Besides the Ministry urges Ukrainian citizens to immediately provide the available information on their compatriots who are in Syria, indicating their personal data, address and contact phone number.
In case of necessity of appropriate assistance, the citizens of Ukraine should contact the Embassy of Ukraine in Syria at: + 963 11 611 30 16, + 963 11 667 00 95, + 96 311 612 14 88, or Ukrainian Embassy in Lebanon Phone No: + 961 592 19 75, + 961 592 19 72.
Also hotline is open 24/7 at: +38 044 238 16 57.
