The Thai embassy in Moscow on Saturday issued a warning for Thai citizens to closely monitor the current situation in Russia.
The warning was issued after it was reported Wagner mercenaries had crossed the border from Ukraine and entered the southern city of Rostov-on-Don.
The announcement said local governments in various Russian cities had stepped up security measures, suspended large-scale public gatherings and closed some roads.
Thai citizens are advised to closely follow the announcements issued by the local governments.
Thai people in Rostov-on-Don, in particular, should follow directions issued by the local government, the embassy said. Those living in other cities should avoid travelling to Rostov-on-Don during this time.
Thai people residing in Russia who have not registered their contact details with the embassy for the year 2023 are advised to do so via the link: https://forms.gle/C4CEqMSWxcjZhBqf7.
They are also asked to follow information posted on the embassy's Telegram and Facebook channels. In emergency, they can call the embassy at +79 16939 2155.