Federal Government urges Australians not to travel to Russia as Ukraine war escalates
ABCThe Federal Government is urging Australians not to travel to Russia as the United States and Europe move to isolate the country with harsh financial sanctions and flights bans. Key points: Australian authorities say the situation in Russia is becoming more uncertain Australians currently in Russia are advised to consider leaving if safe and to avoid any protests Non-Russian credit cards are reportedly being declined in Russia The European Union has imposed a ban on Russian planes, shutting down airspace for Russian-owned or controlled aircraft in retaliation for Vladimir Putin's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. On Sunday, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade upgraded its travel advice for Russia to "do not travel", saying the situation in the country was becoming more uncertain. "Commercial travel routes between Russia and Europe have been impacted by measures taken in response to military action in Ukraine," the travel advice says.
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