French citizens in Ukraine should ensure they have enough crucial supplies to wait out a potential conflict, Paris’ ambassador in Kiev has advised amid fears in the West that Moscow could soon launch a strike against its neighbor.
In a statement on Sunday, Etienne de Poncins revealed what measures Paris recommends its compatriots take to brace themselves for potentially difficult days ahead.
“The past days have not led to the expected de-escalation which our authorities are working tirelessly on,” he said. “That’s why we decided to update our travel advice. Now we advise French travelers to postpone ‘all trips to Ukraine’ (not just ‘non-essential trips’).”
“We recommend that you prepare a few supplies of water, food and warm clothes for all intents and purposes, as well as make sure that your vehicle’s tank is full, or even that you have some additional reserves,” the notice reads.