UAE urges citizens to leave Ukraine, Moldova and Azerbaijan

SERGEI SUPINSKY / AFP

The UAE has advised its citizens to leave Ukraine, Moldova and Azerbaijan before March 17.

The Emirates' embassies in Kiev and Baku issued the directives after the three countries decided to suspend all international flights to tackle the spread of COVID-19.

They have also called on Emirati nationals to register with the Twajudi service and contact the missions' helplines for assistance.

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