"U.S. Embassy Urges Immediate Evacuation of Citizens from Belarus"

The United States has advised Americans in Belarus to leave the country immediately due to spillover risks from the war in Ukraine, including the buildup of Russian troops in Belarus. The U.S. Embassy in Minsk warned of the country's facilitation of Russia's attack on Ukraine, arbitrary enforcement of local laws, and the risk of detention and civil unrest. Lithuania, Poland, and Latvia are considering closing more border crossings, limiting ways out of Belarus. Americans are urged to leave through remaining border crossings with Lithuania or Latvia or by plane, as land travel to Poland is not possible. The U.S. government warns against travel to or through Russia and Ukraine, with limited ability to assist Americans in Belarus.