The U.S. state Department issued a press release in which it States about the increased terrorist threat in the territory of Russia. First and foremost, it is connected with the holding of the world Cup.
According to the U.S. government, major international tournament in Russia is a potential target for terrorists. It is noted that, despite increased security measures, the threat level remains extremely high. The main targets of the hackers can be fan zones, stadiums, hotels and major transport nodes. US citizens warned that if they were going to visit the Russian Federation during international competitions, it must be prepared for increased police attention and to consider a possible terrorist attack.
A separate paragraph is devoted to persecution of Americans of Russian authorities and law enforcement agencies of this country. According to the U.S. Department of State, the Russian leadership has repeatedly been seen in offences of this kind, indicating that their predubezhdenie the attitude towards foreigners. It is also reported tensions between the two countries, resulting in the possibility of the us diplomatic mission in the Russian Federation is now severely restricted.
In addition, the U.S. government once again reminds about the illegal actions of the Russian Federation to the annexed Crimea. It is argued that in this region abuse the rights of foreign nationals and the local population. This is especially true of those who challenged the legal status of the Peninsula and does not recognize the territory of the Russian.
Recall that on 30 March 2018, the U.S. Department of State increased the threat level for Americans traveling in Russia, with 2nd to 3rd degree. Stay in this country entails «a significant risk to health and safety.»
