Demonstration Alert: U.S. Mission Russia

Demonstration Alert: U.S. Mission Russia (August 3, 2020)  

Location: Khabarovsk ‎and other cities in the Far East and Siberia 

Event: The Embassy is aware of media reports of recurring protests in Khabarovsk ‎and other cities in the Far East and Siberia, including: 

In Khabarovsk, at Lenin Square and continuing along Muravyeva-Amurskogo and Turgeneva Streets on weekends at noon and on weekdays after work, and 
In Vladivostok, at the Central Square and continuing along Svetlanskaya Street and other central streets on Saturdays and Sundays at noon.

U.S. citizens should avoid these demonstrations and any other demonstration-related activities. 

Actions to Take: 

Monitor local media for updates. 
Avoid any areas where demonstrations may be taking place. 
Avoid crowds. 
Notify friends and family of your safety. 
Be aware of your surroundings. 
Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists/Westerners. 
Review your personal security plans. 
Carry proper identification, including a U.S. passport with a current Russian visa.

Assistance: 

U.S. Embassy Moscow, Russia 

U.S. Consulate General Yekaterinburg 

U.S. Consular Agency Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk 

State Department – Consular Affairs 