The Italian embassy in Moscow has invited all Italian citizens present in Russia to

evaluate the possibility of leaving the country

. 

"Considering the most

recent evolution of the international context

and the growing difficulty in air and road connections out of Russia, compatriots present in Russia are recommended to evaluate whether the stay is necessary and, if not, to leave the country", reads a note from the Italian embassy in Moscow. 

“It is becoming progressively more difficult to travel by air from the Russian Federation to Italy and other third countries.

In particular, there has been a dramatic increase in the already high cost of tickets sold by airlines these days and there are reports of

long queues at some border crossings

that connect the Russian Federation with some neighboring countries ”, the statement continues.

"In consideration of the continuing closure of the airspace to flights from the Russian Federation ordered by the European Union last February 27, it is strongly recommended to all compatriots present in Russia to plan travel

abroad

as much as possible in advance

" . 

"Those who need to leave the Russian Federation - the message adds - are invited to

get the tickets

available from commercial companies as soon as possible".