Ukraine warns pilgrims: 'We cannot guarantee your safety in Uman'

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry issued a warning to pilgrims planning to travel to Uman for Rosh Hashanah, stating that due to the war with Russia, their safety cannot be guaranteed. The warning mentions missile attacks, lack of shelters and medical services, movement restrictions, and a nightly curfew.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry issued a stark warning to pilgrims planning to travel to Uman for Rosh Hashanah, stating that due to the ongoing war with Russia, their safety cannot be guaranteed. The statement, published by Ukrainian News, noted that missile attacks on civilian infrastructure pose a real threat, and that the country remains under martial law, including movement restrictions, a nightly curfew, and a ban on gatherings. Authorities emphasized that there are not enough shelters in Uman to accommodate the masses of pilgrims, and that the local medical system is not prepared for a large number of visitors. It was also mentioned that last year, residents complained that some pilgrims ignored air raid sirens. The warning comes against the backdrop of the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia, which began in February 2022.